Southampton Youth Voice & Action

Young voices. Real action. Brighter futures.

Help young people aged 16–24 get active, feel connected and have their voices heard through a community programme bringing together physical activity, wellbeing, culture and youth voice.

A UK Shaolin project · Registered Charity No. 1150698

FUNDRAISING TARGET

£12,000

Help launch a proposed community pilot at UK Shaolin Centre, Southampton.

30
young people targeted

36
planned sessions

12 weeks
pilot programme

These are project targets, not completed results. No funds raised total is displayed until verified figures are available.

ABOUT THE INITIATIVE

Every young person deserves a place to belong and a real say in what happens next.

Southampton Youth Voice & Action is a proposed UK Shaolin community programme for young people aged 16–24.

Cost, low confidence and a lack of suitable opportunities can make it harder for young people to get involved. We want to reduce these barriers and create a welcoming community where young people can build confidence, develop friendships and feel listened to.

Our goal is to raise awareness of young people’s needs in Southampton and work with them to turn their ideas into practical action.

Get active. Feel connected. Be heard.

We want to give young people a meaningful role in shaping a project designed with them, not simply for them.

The pilot is proposed and is not yet running. A start date and timetable will be confirmed when funding, staffing, safeguarding and participation arrangements are in place.

WHAT YOUR SUPPORT MAKES POSSIBLE

Movement. Connection. A stronger voice.

Three complementary strands, shaped with young people. No previous martial arts or fitness experience needed.

01 / GET ACTIVE

Move with confidence

Beginner friendly physical activities to build fitness, confidence and teamwork, with sessions adapted to participants’ abilities.

Kickboxing | Kung Fu | Fitness

02 / FEEL CONNECTED

Make space for wellbeing

Explore movement and relaxation, meet new people and discover shared interests through cultural activities and creative workshops.

Yoga | Tai Chi | Optional Meditation | Culture

03 / BE HEARD

Help shape your community

Regular gatherings, youth discussions and a small advisory group will give participants a meaningful role in the programme.

Youth Voice | Leadership | Community Action

YOUNG PEOPLE LEAD THE CONVERSATION

The programme starts
with young people.

Participants will help choose activities, identify barriers and decide which issues they want raised with community partners and local decision makers.

01. Listen

Make space for young people to share experiences, concerns and ideas.

02. Act

Agree practical changes to the programme and identify opportunities to work with local partners.

03. Report back

Explain what changed, what needs more work and how participants’ suggestions have been used.

FUND YOUTH SUPPORT IN SOUTHAMPTON

Your support can
open the door.

We’re seeking funding for a 12 week pilot with three regular sessions each week. Our aim is to keep participation free or affordable.

Donations, sponsorship and community partnerships can help make the programme accessible and support safe, well-organised delivery.

  • Experienced instructors and youth support
    Help plan and deliver appropriate group activities.

  • Shared equipment and cultural materials
    Provide the resources needed for activities and workshops.

  • Travel and access support
    Help reduce practical barriers to participation where needed.

  • Safeguarding, insurance and safe delivery
    Support appropriate oversight, venue use, coordination and programme evaluation.

Donations support the programme’s overall costs. Suggested donation amounts are not fixed prices for individual activities. The project team will share progress and a summary of spending.

HELP LAUNCH THE PILOT

Support young people

Choose an amount and how you’d like to give.

Receiving organisation: UK Shaolin · Registered Charity No. 1150698. To donate by bank transfer, email youth@ukshaolin.com and request bank details. Use “YOUTH ACTION” as your payment reference.

GET INVOLVED

Be part of youth support in Southampton

We welcome interest from young people, families, potential volunteers, local businesses, funders and community partners.

Young people aged 16–24

Interested in taking part or helping shape the programme? Register your interest and ask about the pilot’s development and future availability. Participants will be involved in shaping activities and identifying community priorities.

Businesses and community organisations

Back the next generation. Support a session, contribute equipment, share your expertise or explore sponsorship, grants, cultural workshops and practical partnerships.

The programme is proposed and subject to funding, planning and appropriate safeguarding arrangements. Contacting the team is an expression of interest, not confirmation of a place.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

About Youth Voice & Action

Clear goals. Responsible delivery. Updates on what your support helps achieve.

Young people aged 16–24 in Southampton, particularly those facing barriers to participation or feeling disconnected from community life. Beginners are welcome. Activities will use separate 16–17 and 18–24 groups where appropriate.

The proposed programme may include beginner friendly fitness, Kung Fu, kickboxing, yoga, Tai Chi, optional meditation, cultural workshops and youth discussions. The final timetable will depend on funding, planning and participant needs.

The target is £12,000 to support a proposed 12 week pilot aiming to engage 30 young people through 36 planned activity sessions. These figures are targets, not completed results.

UK Shaolin will receive donations to this appeal for Southampton Youth Voice & Action. Funding will support delivery staff, equipment, participation support, venue use, safeguarding and project coordination. We will share progress and a summary of spending.

Yes. Businesses, grant makers and community organisations are welcome to discuss sponsorship, grants, cultural workshops, equipment, volunteering and other practical partnerships. Email youth@ukshaolin.com.

Additional funds will support continuation or expansion of the programme for young people aged 16–24 in Southampton. If funding falls short, we may deliver a smaller programme where it can operate safely and meaningfully. If the project cannot proceed, we will explain the position and contact donors where possible about refunds or an alternative use, subject to applicable requirements.

Before launch, we will establish suitable safeguarding procedures, staff checks and training, first aid arrangements, insurance and clear ways to raise concerns. Personal stories and identifiable images will only be shared with appropriate consent. The programme supports everyday wellbeing and does not provide clinical mental health treatment.

The project welcomes participants regardless of political views. Its funds, activities and participant information will remain separate from party political campaigning. Young people will not be expected to endorse a political position.

Email youth@ukshaolin.com to request UK Shaolin’s bank details. Use YOUTH ACTION as your payment reference. Let us know if you would like an acknowledgement.

Email youth@ukshaolin.com and mention “Youth Voice & Action”. The team can provide updates about the project’s development and next steps.

The pilot is proposed and is not yet running. A start date and timetable will be confirmed once sufficient funding, staffing, safeguarding and participation arrangements are in place.

SOUTHAMPTON YOUTH VOICE & ACTION

Help turn young voices into action.

More confidence through movement. More connection through community. More opportunities to be heard.