Designed to support those aged 11 to 18—and up to 25 for young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)—this innovative hub is set to make a lasting impact by helping young people develop new skills and unlock their potential.
The two-year pilot project—funded by the Violence Reduction Unit (VRU)—will deliver a range of services which will support young people to access opportunities, guidance, and foster safer, stronger communities.
The Mobile Youth Hub will bring vital resources directly to the community and goes beyond being a safe space by forming a partnership with local providers and non-profits to offer diverse support. This includes mentoring from Upskill, creative and employability workshops from local organisation Mary, sports programmes from the Tottenham Hotspur Foundation and employment support from Department for Workplace and Pension’s Tottenham Job Centre Plus and lots more.
The new initiative brings the concept of a youth hub to a mobile format, placing youth practitioners in key hotspot areas across Haringey - with the first one launching on Wood Green High Road.
Young people will have access to the hub twice a week, every Tuesday and Thursday from 3pm to 6pm. The programme also aims to shift perceptions in areas that have historically been affected by youth ASB and crime.
As part of our ten year ‘Young people at Risk Strategy’ to reduce youth crime and antisocial behaviour, this initiative gives young people constructive outlets and pathways to success. While the target group is 11 to 18-year-olds, the mobile nature of the hub means that many others in the community will benefit from the services and support available.
Cllr Zena Brabazon, Cabinet Member for Children, Schools, and Families at Haringey Council, said:
Launching the Mobile Youth Hub is a crucial step in our commitment to supporting young people and creating safer communities.
By bringing services directly to the heart of areas that need them most, we’re not only offering opportunities for personal growth, development, and a brighter future for Haringey’s young people but also addressing anti-social behaviour (ASB) and youth crime.
A big thank you to the Mayor’s office and our partners for developing this creative initiative which will support our young people and give them the opportunity to thrive.
During the launch event, attendees enjoyed live games, a 360° photo booth, popcorn, slushies, and music from a live DJ. In addition to the entertainment, the Outreach Team provided information on the range of programmes available to young people.
The idea for the Mobile Youth Hub originated during assemblies held in local schools and youth centres, where there was clear demand from young people for more accessible support. By bringing these services directly to areas where they’re most needed, we’re hoping to create a lasting impact and empower Haringey's youth to thrive.
The Mobile Youth Hub is in addition to the services provided at the Rising Green, Bruce Grove and Project 2020 hubs. The new Hub will be transported around different locations across the borough.
