Inclusive for every young person
OnSide Youth Zone Thames Gateway is committed to creating a welcoming and accessible environment where all young people feel safe, supported, and able to take part. We believe every young person should have the opportunity to enjoy new experiences, build confidence, develop friendships, and reach their potential, regardless of their background or additional needs.
Alongside our mainstream sessions, we will offer dedicated inclusive provision for young people up to the age of 25 with additional needs, ensuring activities and support are tailored to help everyone get involved and thrive.
BECOME A MEMBER
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Support tailored to individuals
Our team of skilled youth workers will provide inclusive activities and personalised support across a wide range of sessions, from sport and creative arts to wellbeing, enterprise, and social spaces. Facilities and activities will be adapted where needed to ensure young people with a variety of needs and abilities can fully participate and feel part of the Youth Zone community.
Whether young people are looking to try something new, make friends, build independence, or simply enjoy a safe and welcoming place to spend time, OnSide Youth Zone Thames Gateway will be a space where everyone belongs.
What young people say
Attending the Youth Zone has helped me to look to the future in terms of my aspirations and helped me to get back into sport and try different things. I have had great support from the staff, which has had a positive impact on my life.
Kiara, OnSide Youth Zone Member
Thurrock needs somewhere people can try different things – and for girls, not just the things they are ‘supposed’ to like.
Eliza, member of OnSide Youth Zone Thames Gateway Young People’s Development Group
I’ve gained experiences I never thought possible. Seeing my growth over time, I am proud of how far I’ve come. I’ve become more confident, more willing to speak up, and I’ve learned how to use my voice in a positive way.
George, Youth Zone member
When I visited a Youth Zone with my school, I loved all the different activities – especially the climbing wall.
Elwen, member of OnSide Youth Zone Thames Gateway Young People’s Development Group