Young Hackney

Activities, opportunities, support and interesting stuff for young people in Hackney.
Contact us, Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm on 020 8356 7404 or [email protected]

[Young Hackney @younghackney]

From 15 January, this account will no longer be active. If you’d like to keep up to date with us, you can join us over on:

Instagram: @younghackney
TikTok: @young_hackney
YouTube: @younghackneyorg

Or, sign up for our newsletter here: https://t.co/WJBOCzaA4k

[Department for Culture, Media and Sport @DCMS]

NEWS: Government unveils ambitious plan to tackle youth isolation crisis and deliver real life opportunities

https://t.co/eY5SpL0O4h

#YouthMatters #NationalYouthStrategy

[Young Hackney @younghackney]

Our Substance Misuse Service supports anyone 6-25 years old, whose parents or caregivers are affected by drug or alcohol addiction. It’s not easy to spot as it mostly happens behind closed doors, but there's help available #hiddenharm

Get support here:https://t.co/1qrsnVk0mz

[Hackney Council @hackneycouncil]

17 schools in Hackney now have green screens of ivy protecting pupils from pollution 🌿🌱

Thanks to @MeristemDesign for installing the living screens and leading the daffodil planting workshop at Jubilee Primary School, @SebrightCC, @StMonicas_N1

👉 https://t.co/eiXZ72q7mv

[NYA @natyouthagency]

It’s here! Youth Work Week 2025 has officially begun. 🥳🎉
This year, we’re celebrating safe spaces, trusted support, and the power of youth work to build brighter futures.
Join us for a jam-packed week as we spotlight stories, share inspiration, and celebrate youth workers.

👉 Get involved: https://t.co/J0tVMwEe7C

#YouthWorkWeek25 #YWW25

[Young Hackney @younghackney]

🎃We've got lots of free activities to get involved with this half term!

🥋10-19 year olds (25 with SEND) can join our youth hubs

🤸‍♂️Or 6-15 year olds (18 with SEND) can explore our adventure playgrounds

View what we've planned here:
https://t.co/KYEmfMFsQ1

[Young Hackney @younghackney]

There is still time to vote for Hackney Youth Parliament's next leader - voting takes 2 minutes!

Vote now:
https://t.co/23aNl9aH7q

[Young Hackney @younghackney]

Who should Hackney's next youth leaders be? 🗳️

We have ten candidates running to be the next leaders of Hackney Youth Parliament, a group that campaigns on behalf of all young people in the borough.

View their manifestos & cast your vote before 2 Nov: https://t.co/23aNl9aH7q

[Hackney Council @hackneycouncil]

Congratulations to the winners of Hackney’s primary school #NationalHateCrimeAwarenessWeek art competition

🥇Clover - Jubilee Primary
🥈Muhammad - Jubilee Primary
🥉Winter - Rushmore Primary

Well done to all the pupils from schools across Hackney that took part in our workshops

[Young Hackney @younghackney]

Who should Hackney's next youth leaders be? 🗳️

We have ten candidates running to be the next leaders of Hackney Youth Parliament, a group that campaigns on behalf of all young people in the borough.

View their manifestos & cast your vote before 2 Nov: https://t.co/23aNl9aH7q

[Young Hackney @younghackney]

We've received reports that a batch of 'spice' (synthetic cannabinoid) has been contaminated in North London, which has led to an increased risk of harm to users.

Get in touch with our Substance Misuse Service for advice on how to stay safe:
https://t.co/1qrsnVkyc7

[Young Hackney @younghackney]

Come see the talented young people at Stoke Newington Youth Hub perform 'The Journey of Harriet Tubman' as part of #BlackHistorySeason

📅 30 Oct
📍Chats Palace, E9 6DF

Get your tickets here:
https://t.co/BZne8jbcJy

[Young Hackney @younghackney]

You can now get a free sexual health check-up at The Edge! Get info on safe sex & health testing from Health Spot City & Hackney 🩺

Appointments are fortnightly on Thursdays, 4.30-6.30pm. Book an appointment by texting Ladan on 07785701504 or book online:
https://t.co/OJ1VmDEwlN

[Young Hackney @younghackney]

If you're a young carer, you can now join us at The Edge Youth Hub for our new weekly drop-in sessions!

📅 Every Tuesday
⏰ 3.30-5.30pm

Snacks provided. Expect rollerskating, arts & crafts and more!

Learn more about young carers:
https://t.co/TMW8Mx6pkf

[Young Hackney @younghackney]

Did you know we're on TikTok? 👋🏽

Follow us for local news, opportunities, life tips & more:
https://t.co/hOhYebPR06

[Young Hackney @younghackney]

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Opportunity alert!

@CardboardCitz are running a FREE weekly theatre & performance workshops for girls aged 13-18 from September to December.

📍Forest Road Youth Hub, E8 3BY.
📅Tuesdays from 4-7pm

Sign up here: https://t.co/kzBto7YfRJ

[Young Hackney @younghackney]

⚠️A dangerous online trend is resurfacing called the "Salt & Ice Challenge", which causes severe cold burns, scarring & sometimes skin grafts.

To treat the area:
✅Cool under lukewarm water 10+ mins
✅Cover with cling film
✅Seek medical help

[Hackney Council @hackneycouncil]

Repair, mend and upcycle your old clothes at these FREE workshops at Chats Palace (@chatspalace).

- Saturday 13 September
- Saturday 20 September
- Saturday 27 September

11am-4pm 👇

[Young Hackney @younghackney]

The Edge closed out summer in style the other week, with a BBQ, face painting session, bouncing castle & more at its end of summer party☀️😎

Thanks to everyone who came down!

[Young Hackney @younghackney]

👀 🍂 See what’s on over autumn at Young Hackney

Our programmes are out now, which have lots of free and fun activities for young people starting on 3 September.

View our programmes here:
https://t.co/C3XQapvGD8

[Hackney Council @hackneycouncil]

A massive congratulations to every student who received their GCSE results today 🎊

Thanks to all the school staff and teachers who support each student’s journey

Read about our students’ achievements here: https://t.co/AbuB18HMOV