The Ironville Railway Carriage Youth Club, a unique community-based youth provision located in Ironville, Derbyshire. The club provides a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for young people aged 8–17 to socialise, learn new skills, access support, and participate in positive activities. As the only dedicated youth provision in the local area, the club plays a vital role in supporting young people, reducing social isolation, and providing constructive opportunities during evenings and school holidays. Sessions are led by experienced youth workers who build trusted relationships with young people and offer early intervention support where needed. Young people can access a range of activities including sports, gaming, arts and crafts, music, workshops, community projects, and educational sessions covering topics such as mental health, healthy relationships, knife crime awareness, and personal development. The club also provides opportunities for trips, volunteering, and youth-led activities that help develop confidence, resilience, and life skills. The Railway Carriage Youth Club welcomes over 50 active young people and works closely with local schools, families, community groups, and partner agencies to ensure young people have access to the support and opportunities they need to thrive.

Ironville Railway Carriage

Mobile Youth Provision – Crossley Park Funded by Amber Valley Borough CouncilSupporting Communities delivers Mobile Youth Provision across [Location], bringing youth services directly into local communities through our purpose-built mobile youth vehicle. Funded by Amber Valley Borough Council, the project provides a safe, welcoming, and accessible space where young people aged 8–17 can access positive activities, trusted youth workers, and support close to where they live.Our experienced youth workers deliver a wide range of engaging activities, including sports, games, creative workshops, digital activities, wellbeing sessions, and informal education. The mobile youth provision provides opportunities for young people to build confidence, develop life skills, improve their wellbeing, and form positive relationships with trusted adults and their peers.By taking youth services directly into neighbourhoods, we remove barriers to participation and engage young people who may not otherwise access traditional youth provision. Alongside fun and engaging activities, our team provides early intervention, advice, guidance, and signposting into wider Supporting Communities services, including detached youth work, youth sessions, volunteering opportunities, and targeted 1:1 support where appropriate.

Somercotes, Skate Park

Mobile Youth Provision – Amber Valley Funded by Amber Valley Borough CouncilSupporting Communities delivers Mobile Youth Provision across Crossley Park ,Somercotes, Heanor, bringing youth services directly into local communities through our purpose-built mobile youth vehicle. Funded by Amber Valley Borough Council, the project provides a safe, welcoming, and accessible space where young people aged 8–17 can access positive activities, trusted youth workers, and support close to where they live.Our experienced youth workers deliver a wide range of engaging activities, including sports, games, creative workshops, digital activities, wellbeing sessions, and informal education. The mobile youth provision provides opportunities for young people to build confidence, develop life skills, improve their wellbeing, and form positive relationships with trusted adults and their peers.By taking youth services directly into neighbourhoods, we remove barriers to participation and engage young people who may not otherwise access traditional youth provision. Alongside fun and engaging activities, our team provides early intervention, advice, guidance, and signposting into wider Supporting Communities services, including detached youth work, youth sessions, volunteering opportunities, and targeted 1:1 support where appropriate.

Lockton Recreation ground

Supporting Communities

At Supporting Communities, we are dedicated to providing essential support to at-risk individuals, young people, and their families. Our mission is rooted in the belief that "Early intervention is prevention," which drives us to offer timely assistance to those in need. We focus on relieving the burdens of poverty, enhancing mental health and well-being, and reducing the number of families entering local authority services. Our services include youth support, family support, and community support, all aimed at building resilience and creating opportunities for young people to thrive. We operate primarily within Derby City and select areas in Derbyshire and Staffordshire, ensuring that our resources are effectively utilized to meet local needs.

With the help of our dedicated team, we strive to deliver high-quality support that adheres to national guidelines for youth, children, and family services. Our staff members are highly skilled and hold relevant qualifications, enabling them to provide the best possible care. We understand that waiting times for our services can vary, but we are committed to expediting access where possible, particularly for schools and partners. By fostering strong relationships with our funders and community partners, we aim to expand our reach and impact, ultimately supporting more communities that require our assistance.

<h3>Detached Youth Work – Kiwi Park</h3> Funded by Derby City Council Neighbourhood Board Supporting Communities delivers&nbsp;Detached Youth Work&nbsp;across&nbsp;Kiwi Park, engaging with young people aged&nbsp;8–17&nbsp;in the places where they naturally spend their time. Funded by the&nbsp;Derby City Council Neighbourhood Board, the project provides positive opportunities that help create safer communities and support young people's wellbeing. Our experienced youth workers build trusted relationships through outreach, offering informal support, advice, positive activities, and early intervention. By engaging young people where they are, we help reduce anti-social behaviour, increase confidence, and connect them with wider Supporting Communities services, including mobile youth provision, youth sessions, volunteering opportunities, and 1:1 support where needed.

Youth Provision – Kiwi ParkFunded by Derby City Council Neighbourhood Board Supporting Communities delivers Youth Sessions across Kiwi Park providing safe, inclusive, and engaging opportunities for young people aged 8–17 to come together, make friends, learn new skills, and enjoy positive activities within their local community. Funded by the Derby City Council Neighbourhood Board, these sessions have been developed to meet local community priorities and provide positive opportunities that benefit young people and the wider neighbourhood.&nbsp;Our experienced youth workers deliver a varied programme of activities, including sports, games, arts and crafts, wellbeing sessions, team-building challenges, life skills, workshops, and social action projects. Every session provides a safe space where young people can build confidence, improve their wellbeing, develop resilience, and create positive relationships with trusted adults and their peers.Through these open-access sessions, we aim to reduce social isolation, encourage community participation, and provide early intervention and support for young people who may benefit from additional guidance. Where appropriate, young people can also be signposted into wider Supporting Communities services, including detached youth work, mobile youth provision, volunteering opportunities, and targeted 1:1 support.

Kiwi Park 

Funded by Derby City Council, our Mobile Youth Sessions at Boulton Lane, Alvaston provide a safe, welcoming, and engaging space for young people aged 8–17. Delivered from our fully equipped Mobile Youth Centre, the sessions offer a variety of free activities including gaming consoles, virtual reality experiences, sports, arts and crafts, music, team challenges, and informal workshops. Young people can meet friends, learn new skills, build confidence, and take part in positive activities within their local community. Our experienced youth workers are on hand to provide advice, guidance, and support, helping young people access opportunities and additional services where needed. By bringing youth services directly into Alvaston, we aim to create positive opportunities for young people, improve wellbeing, strengthen community connections, and provide a safe place to socialise, have fun, and feel supported.

Boulton Lane Park

Mobile Youth Provision – Chesterfield Funded by the Derby &amp; Derbyshire Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) Supporting Communities delivers Mobile Youth Provision across Chesterfield, bringing youth services directly into local communities through our purpose-built mobile youth vehicle. Funded by the Derby &amp; Derbyshire Violence Reduction Unit (VRU), the project provides safe, accessible spaces where young people aged 8–17 can take part in positive activities, build trusted relationships, and access support close to where they live. Our experienced youth workers engage young people through games, sports, creative activities, wellbeing conversations, and informal education, creating opportunities to build confidence, resilience, and life skills. The mobile provision offers a welcoming environment where young people can socialise safely, receive guidance from trusted adults, and access early intervention support when needed. The project aims to reduce the risk factors associated with youth violence, exploitation, and anti-social behaviour by providing positive alternatives, promoting healthy relationships, and helping young people make informed choices. Through regular engagement, we identify emerging needs, provide signposting to specialist services, and support young people to access wider Supporting Communities programmes, including detached youth work, youth sessions, volunteering opportunities, and targeted 1:1 support.

Town Hall

Normanton Detached Youth Session Funded by Sporting Communities - Mayor's Fund Consortium Supporting Communities delivers weekly detached youth work sessions across Normanton, engaging with young people in the places where they naturally spend their time. The project provides accessible, relationship-based youth work within local communities, helping young people access positive opportunities, build resilience, reduce anti-social behaviour, and improve community safety. Our experienced youth workers engage with young people aged&nbsp;8–17, providing trusted support through informal conversations, mentoring, guidance, and positive activities. Sessions focus on improving emotional wellbeing, building confidence and self-esteem, developing life skills, promoting healthy relationships, and encouraging young people to make informed, positive choices. Through regular street-based outreach, we engage young people who may not otherwise access traditional youth services, enabling early intervention and reducing barriers to support. Young people are signposted into wider Supporting Communities programmes, including youth clubs, volunteering opportunities, employability and skills workshops, holiday provision, targeted one-to-one support, and specialist services where appropriate.

Normanton Park 

Mobile Youth Provision – Stockbrook Funded by Derby City Council Neighbourhood Board Supporting Communities delivers Mobile Youth Provision across Stockbrook , bringing youth services directly into local neighbourhoods through our purpose-built mobile youth vehicle. Funded by the Derby City Council Neighbourhood Board, the project provides a safe, welcoming, and accessible space where young people aged 8–17 can access positive activities, trusted youth workers, and support within their own community. Our experienced youth workers deliver a wide range of engaging activities, including games, sports, creative workshops, wellbeing sessions, digital resources, and informal education. The mobile youth provision creates opportunities for young people to develop confidence, resilience, life skills, and positive relationships, while encouraging them to make informed decisions and contribute positively to their community.

Stockbrook Park

&nbsp;Detached Youth Sessions – Prince Charles Avenue Funded by DCMS &amp; The National Lottery Community Fund Supporting Communities delivers detached youth work sessions across Prince Charles Avenue, engaging with young people in the places where they naturally spend their time. Funded through the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS)and The National Lottery Community Fund's Million Hours Fund – Round 3, the project provides additional youth work opportunities in communities where young people are at greater risk of anti-social behaviour, social isolation, and limited access to positive activities. Our experienced youth workers build positive relationships with young people aged 8–17, offering informal support, guidance, and access to positive activities within their local community. Sessions focus on improving wellbeing, building confidence, developing life skills, and creating trusted relationships with adults, helping young people feel safer, more connected, and empowered to make positive choices. Through regular outreach, detached youth work enables us to engage young people who may not access traditional youth provision, providing early intervention, signposting, and opportunities to take part in wider Supporting Communities programmes, including mobile youth provision, workshops, volunteering opportunities, and 1:1 support where appropriate.

Detached Session community session

Prince Charles Avenue

Supporting Communities manages and delivers the Ironville Railway Carriage Youth Club, a unique community-based youth provision located in Ironville, Derbyshire. The club provides a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for young people aged 8–17 to socialise, learn new skills, access support, and participate in positive activities. As the only dedicated youth provision in the local area, the club plays a vital role in supporting young people, reducing social isolation, and providing constructive opportunities during evenings and school holidays. Sessions are led by experienced youth workers who build trusted relationships with young people and offer early intervention support where needed. Young people can access a range of activities including sports, gaming, arts and crafts, music, workshops, community projects, and educational sessions covering topics such as mental health, healthy relationships, knife crime awareness, and personal development. The club also provides opportunities for trips, volunteering, and youth-led activities that help develop confidence, resilience, and life skills. The Railway Carriage Youth Club welcomes over 50 active young people and works closely with local schools, families, community groups, and partner agencies to ensure young people have access to the support and opportunities they need to thrive.

St Peters Street Mobile Youth Session Funded by Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner, in partnership with Sporting Communities Supporting Communities delivers Mobile Youth Provision across Derby city, bringing youth services directly into local communities using our purpose-built mobile youth vehicle. Funded by the Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC), the project provides safe, welcoming spaces for young people aged 8–17 to access support, activities, and trusted youth workers. The mobile provision offers games, creative activities, digital resources, advice, and informal education while creating positive alternatives to anti-social behaviour. Our experienced youth workers build trusted relationships with young people, offering guidance, early intervention, and support that improves wellbeing, confidence, and resilience.

McDonalds Saint Peters street- Detached session

St Peters Street

Funded by Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Supporting Communities delivers Mobile Youth Provision across Tenant Street , bringing youth services directly into local communities using our purpose-built mobile youth vehicle. Funded by the Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC), the project provides safe, welcoming spaces for young people aged 8–17 to access support, activities, and trusted youth workers.The mobile provision offers games, creative activities, digital resources, advice, and informal education while creating positive alternatives to anti-social behaviour. Our experienced youth workers build trusted relationships with young people, offering guidance, early intervention, and support that improves wellbeing, confidence, and resilience.By taking services directly into neighbourhoods where young people gather, we remove barriers to accessing support and create opportunities for young people to engage in positive activities within their own communities.

Tenant Street

Mobile Youth Provision – Amber Valley Funded by Amber Valley Borough Council Supporting Communities delivers Mobile Youth Provision across Crossley Park ,Somercotes, Heanor, bringing youth services directly into local communities through our purpose-built mobile youth vehicle. Funded by Amber Valley Borough Council, the project provides a safe, welcoming, and accessible space where young people aged 8–17 can access positive activities, trusted youth workers, and support close to where they live. Our experienced youth workers deliver a wide range of engaging activities, including sports, games, creative workshops, digital activities, wellbeing sessions, and informal education. The mobile youth provision provides opportunities for young people to build confidence, develop life skills, improve their wellbeing, and form positive relationships with trusted adults and their peers. By taking youth services directly into neighbourhoods, we remove barriers to participation and engage young people who may not otherwise access traditional youth provision. Alongside fun and engaging activities, our team provides early intervention, advice, guidance, and signposting into wider Supporting Communities services, including detached youth work, youth sessions, volunteering opportunities, and targeted 1:1 support where appropriate.

Crossley Park

Funded by Violent Reduction Unit, our Mobile Youth Sessions at Shaftesbury Crescent provide a safe, welcoming, and engaging space for young people aged 8–17. Delivered from our fully equipped Mobile Youth Centre, the sessions offer a variety of free activities including gaming consoles, virtual reality experiences, sports, arts and crafts, music, team challenges, and informal workshops. Young people can meet friends, learn new skills, build confidence, and take part in positive activities within their local community. Our experienced youth workers are on hand to provide advice, guidance, and support, helping young people access opportunities and additional services where needed. By bringing youth services directly into Normanton we aim to create positive opportunities for young people, improve wellbeing, strengthen community connections, and provide a safe place to socialise, have fun, and feel supported.

 Shaftesbury Crescent

Funded by the Derby &amp; Derbyshire Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) Supporting Communities delivers Mobile Youth Provision across Stockbrook , bringing youth services directly into local communities through our purpose-built mobile youth vehicle. Funded by the Derby &amp; Derbyshire Violence Reduction Unit (VRU), the project provides safe, accessible spaces where young people aged 8–17 can take part in positive activities, build trusted relationships, and access support close to where they live.Our experienced youth workers engage young people through games, sports, creative activities, wellbeing conversations, and informal education, creating opportunities to build confidence, resilience, and life skills. The mobile provision offers a welcoming environment where young people can socialise safely, receive guidance from trusted adults, and access early intervention support when needed.The project aims to reduce the risk factors associated with youth violence, exploitation, and anti-social behaviour by providing positive alternatives, promoting healthy relationships, and helping young people make informed choices. Through regular engagement, we identify emerging needs, provide signposting to specialist services, and support young people to access wider Supporting Communities programmes, including detached youth work, youth sessions, volunteering opportunities, and targeted 1:1 support.

Kirk Hallam Detached Youth Session Supporting Communities delivers detached youth work sessions across Kirk Hallam, engaging with young people in the places where they choose to spend their time. Funded through the&nbsp;Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS)and&nbsp;The National Lottery Community Fund's Million Hours Fund – Round 3, the project provides additional youth work opportunities in areas experiencing higher levels of anti-social behaviour. Our experienced youth workers build positive relationships with young people aged 8–17, offering informal support, guidance, and access to positive activities within their local community. Sessions focus on improving wellbeing, developing life skills, increasing confidence, and creating trusted relationships with adults, while helping young people feel safer and more connected to their community. Through regular outreach, detached youth work enables us to engage young people who may not access traditional youth provision, providing early intervention, signposting, and opportunities to take part in wider youth programmes and support services delivered by Supporting Communities.

Kirk Hallam

Funded by Derby City Council, our Chaddesden Mobile Youth Sessions provide a safe, welcoming, and engaging space for young people aged 8–17. Delivered from our fully equipped Mobile Youth Centre, sessions offer a range of positive activities including gaming, virtual reality experiences, sports, arts and crafts and music. Young people have the opportunity to make friends, build confidence, learn new skills, and access support from experienced youth workers. By bringing services directly into the community, we create positive opportunities for young people, promote wellbeing, and provide a safe place to spend time with friends in a supportive environment.

Chaddesden

&nbsp;Detached Youth Sessions – West Park Funded by DCMS &amp; The National Lottery Community Fund Supporting Communities delivers detached youth work sessions across Long Eaton, engaging with young people in the places where they naturally spend their time. Funded through the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS)and The National Lottery Community Fund's Million Hours Fund – Round 3, the project provides additional youth work opportunities in communities where young people are at greater risk of anti-social behaviour, social isolation, and limited access to positive activities. Our experienced youth workers build positive relationships with young people aged 8–17, offering informal support, guidance, and access to positive activities within their local community. Sessions focus on improving wellbeing, building confidence, developing life skills, and creating trusted relationships with adults, helping young people feel safer, more connected, and empowered to make positive choices. Through regular outreach, detached youth work enables us to engage young people who may not access traditional youth provision, providing early intervention, signposting, and opportunities to take part in wider Supporting Communities programmes, including mobile youth provision, workshops, volunteering opportunities, and 1:1 support where appropriate.

West Park

Loscoe &amp; Codnor Detached Youth Work Supporting Communities delivers detached youth work sessions across&nbsp;Heanor, Loscoe and Langley Mill, engaging with young people in the places where they naturally spend their time. Funded through the&nbsp;Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS)&nbsp;and&nbsp;The National Lottery Community Fund's Million Hours Fund – Round 3, the project provides additional youth work opportunities in communities where young people are at greater risk of anti-social behaviour, social isolation, and limited access to positive activities. Our experienced youth workers build positive relationships with young people aged&nbsp;8–17, offering informal support, guidance, and access to a range of positive activities within their local community. Sessions focus on improving wellbeing, building confidence, developing life skills, and creating trusted relationships with adults, helping young people feel safer, more connected, and empowered to make positive choices. Through regular outreach, detached youth work enables us to engage young people who may not access traditional youth provision, providing early intervention, signposting, and opportunities to take part in wider Supporting Communities programmes, including mobile youth provision, workshops, volunteering opportunities, and 1:1 support where appropriate.

Charles Hill Recreation Ground

Mobile Youth Provision – Mackworth Funded by Derby City Council Neighbourhood Board Supporting Communities delivers Mobile Youth Provision across Mackworth, bringing youth services directly into local neighbourhoods through our purpose-built mobile youth vehicle. Funded by the Derby City Council Neighbourhood Board, the project provides a safe, welcoming, and accessible space where young people aged 8–17 can access positive activities, trusted youth workers, and support within their own community. Our experienced youth workers deliver a wide range of engaging activities, including games, sports, creative workshops, wellbeing sessions, digital resources, and informal education. The mobile youth provision creates opportunities for young people to develop confidence, resilience, life skills, and positive relationships, while encouraging them to make informed decisions and contribute positively to their community. By taking youth services directly into neighbourhoods, we remove barriers to participation and reach young people who may not otherwise access traditional youth provision. Alongside positive activities, our team provides early intervention, advice, guidance, and signposting into wider Supporting Communities services, including detached youth work, youth sessions, volunteering opportunities, and targeted 1:1 support where appropriate.

Knightsbridge Recreational Ground

Detached Youth Sessions – Heanor &amp; Langley Mill&nbsp; Funded by DCMS &amp; The National Lottery Community FundSupporting Communities delivers detached youth work sessions across Heanor &amp; Langley Mill&nbsp;, engaging with young people in the places where they naturally spend their time. Funded through the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS)and The National Lottery Community Fund's Million Hours Fund – Round 3, the project provides additional youth work opportunities in communities where young people are at greater risk of anti-social behaviour, social isolation, and limited access to positive activities. Our experienced youth workers build positive relationships with young people aged 8–17, offering informal support, guidance, and access to positive activities within their local community. Sessions focus on improving wellbeing, building confidence, developing life skills, and creating trusted relationships with adults, helping young people feel safer, more connected, and empowered to make positive choices. Through regular outreach, detached youth work enables us to engage young people who may not access traditional youth provision, providing early intervention, signposting, and opportunities to take part in wider Supporting Communities programmes, including mobile youth provision, workshops, volunteering opportunities, and 1:1 support where&nbsp;

Heanor & Langley Mill Detached Youth Session

West Park Fun Day Mobile Bus Session Funded by Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner Supporting Communities delivers Mobile Youth Provision across Long Eaton in partnership with Sporting Communities , bringing youth services directly into local communities using our purpose-built mobile youth vehicle. Funded by the Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC), the project provides safe, welcoming spaces for young people aged 8–17 to access support, activities, and trusted youth workers. The mobile provision offers games, creative activities, digital resources, advice, and informal education while creating positive alternatives to anti-social behaviour. Our experienced youth workers build trusted relationships with young people, offering guidance, early intervention, and support that improves wellbeing, confidence, and resilience. By taking services directly into neighbourhoods where young people gather, we remove barriers to accessing support and create opportunities for young people to engage in positive activities within their own communities.

Racecourse Mobile Youth Sessions Funded by Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner Supporting Communities delivers Mobile Youth Provision across Chaddesdon, bringing youth services directly into local communities using our purpose-built mobile youth vehicle. Funded by the Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC), the project provides safe, welcoming spaces for young people aged 8–17 to access support, activities, and trusted youth workers. The mobile provision offers games, creative activities, digital resources, advice, and informal education while creating positive alternatives to anti-social behaviour. Our experienced youth workers build trusted relationships with young people, offering guidance, early intervention, and support that improves wellbeing, confidence, and resilience.

Supporting Communities

Kiwi Park Detached Youth Session

Boulton & Alvaston Mobile Youth Session

Chesterfield Mobile Youth Session

Normanton Park Detached Youth Session

Stockbrook Mobile Bus Session

Mackworth Detached Youth Session

Ironville Youth Session

Derby City Mobile Youth Session

Derby City Mobile Bus Session

Amber Valley Mobile Youth Session

Normanton Mobile Youth Session

Stockbrook Mobile Youth Session

Kirk Hallam Detached Youth Session

Chaddesden Mobile Youth Session

Long Eaton Detached Youth Sessions

Loscoe & Codnor Detached Youth Work