‘What’s on in Hackney’ is the annual youth guide, produced by the Council, which reveals all of the activities and projects currently running in the vibrant borough.
The guide lists a wide variety of workshops, clubs and projects, so there is something for young people of all interests and ages. There are Scout and Guide groups for the under elevens, citizen community teams for young adults and music and dance workshops for teenagers, as well as any number of sports activities. Or, if none of that tickles your fancy, try visiting one of the many parks and theatres listed, including London’s famed Hackney Empire.
It’s not all fun and games though, as there are educational schemes listed too. The guide contains helpful tips on how to fill up your half terms and summers with workshops like the Hackney Summer University, and luckily most of the projects run all year round. The diversity of Hackney is represented too – you can find out here about the Turkish and Kurdish Community Centre.
There is also a wealth of information about advice services for young people, from careers to sexual health. One of Hackney’s young people (whose first language is French), liked the guide but suggested the addition of ‘more support for Maths, English and Science.’ After reading through the guide I found out that the Blue Hut youth club has reopened in Shoreditch, which is in my area. My only criticism is that I haven’t seen this useful item around in Hackney – please make more copies available!
About this story
This story was produced by Akilah Russell, 18. It was published in Hackney Today.
