Summer Hype runs residential summer camps for disadvantaged young people from Hackney. We run a creative programme of activities including informal education, imaginative community building exercises and leadership training. We promote an ethos of tolerance and respect for ourselves and others.
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We provide young people who would not otherwise have a holiday with an enriching residential summer camp. This year has been particularly hard for our participants; many have felt bored, isolated and anxious. Many of their families have experienced additional hardship and they have missed out on crucial opportunities for their learning and development. They have also faced growing pressure and increased opportunity to become criminally exploited by gangs in the area.
Summer Hype provides an opportunity for personal growth and development. Our camp focuses on empowering young people, improving their confidence, and building a community. This year, our focus will be on training our older participants to become youth leaders for future camps. This training will help build their self-confidence and gain new skills which will improve their life chances. Our camps provide a safe environment where young people can relax and raise their aspirations.