The Shine Project is a local charity committed to supporting young people to improve their physical and mental health. They partner with schools, youth clubs and other charities to offer a choice of mental health and wellbeing courses. The Shine Course is a 9-week physical and mental health course developed for those who identify as female/non-binary. The course covers:
- building self-acceptance
- identifying the flaws of the media
- creating and managing healthy relationships
- positive communication
- showing respect for self and others
- bullying
- management of social media
- healthy eating
- the benefits of exercise
- management of strong emotions
- identifying skills, talents, and aspirations.
“Shine allowed me to avoid being hard on myself and bounce back, I am glad I took this opportunity as it made me feel better about myself and know people around me better.”
Shine Student 2023
The Thrive Initiative is an 8-week course designed for young people who identify as male/non-binary. The course covers:
- building self-acceptance and identifying healthy masculinity
- understanding mental health
- gaming and social media usage
- grooming online and in person for child sexual exploitation (CSE) and county lines
- healthy relationships#
- positive communication
- respect for self and others
- managing strong emotions
- bullying
- healthy eating
- addiction
- the benefits of exercise
- identifying core values and aspirations.
“I liked the communication the best. It was great course and if you come again – invite me!”
Thrive Student 2023
All of the Shine and Thrive sessions are 60 – 90 minutes and include practical activities such as self-care, role play, arts and crafts, mindfulness, and exercise. Activities have been carefully selected to encourage the students to build friendships, embed the knowledge gained in discussion times, help the students engage in activities promoting their physical and mental health and build healthy coping mechanisms.
E: anne@shineproject.org.uk (Monday – Thursday)
E: liz@shineproject.org.uk (Monday 9-5pm, Thursday 9-5pm)
M: Anne – 07780 604 643
M: Liz – 07920 686 077
