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We inspire young people to believe in themselves, because we believe in them and their capacity to create positive change in themselves and their communities.

 

Through our projects we support young people aged 13-25 years to develop the skills, confidence and aspirations to lead fulfilling lives and to make a positive contribution to their communities.
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FOCUS Charity Leicester

FOCUS is a Leicester charity, inspiring young people, aged 13- 25, to make positive changes in their lives and in their communities for over 30 years!

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Yesterday, we were delighted to take part in 'Windows of Leicester' - a textiles project to celebrate 100 years of @leicester_cathedral. Our Facing the Future group each created patches based on what things they loved about Leicester, from our diverse community to their favourite places to eat and hang out. They were guided throughout by artist Laura Burrill, guiding them through the process of stitching and embroidering their designs, and getting creative with the fabric and colour-scheme. Thanks to her for joining us! The young people’s patches will go towards a huge stained glass window tapestry for the cathedral, so keep an eye out for it! We are always looking to collaborate with other businesses and organisations. If you are interested, do not hesitate to contact us: https://www.focus-charity.co.uk/contact-us/ #FocusCharity #LeicesterCathedral #Collab #YoungPeople #Leicester
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Yesterday, we were delighted to take part in 'Windows of Leicester' - a textiles project...

We’re at this year’s DeMontfort University PAVE event TODAY! We have tons of volunteering opportunities available – perfect for those with an interest in supporting Leicester’s young people and getting into youth work. Be sure to stop by our stall if you’ve ever wanted to volunteer with us, or to learn more about what we do! #FocusCharity #Volunteering #DMU #PAVE
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We’re at this year’s DeMontfort University PAVE event TODAY!

We have tons of volunteering opportunities...

We hope everyone who celebrates Diwali had a wonderful day last Sunday! Our Inspire project group took their most recent session to explore what Diwali is about, the legend behind it, and its importance. They even got immersed in the festival, trying food that may be eaten during Diwali celebrations and learning how to make Rangoli. Learn more about our Inspire project: www.focus-charity.co.uk/inspire #FocusCharity #YouthWork #Diwali
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We hope everyone who celebrates Diwali had a wonderful day last Sunday!

Our Inspire project...

HEADS UP! We’re going to be at this year’s DeMontfort University PAVE event, on Wednesday 11th November! If you’ve ever wanted to volunteer with us, or learn more about what we do, come along and stop by our stall! #FocusCharity #Volunteering #DMU #PAVE
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HEADS UP! We’re going to be at this year’s DeMontfort University PAVE event, on Wednesday...

Things got spooky at Haymarket Shopping Centre last weekend! Our Inspire group held our annual Haymarket Horrors event on Halloween-day, bringing their plans from the Half-Term Scheme to life. Dressing in an array of ghoulish costumes, young people and volunteers welcomed members of the public to a fun-filled Halloween experience. Guests could decorate spooky masks, create glittery fake potions, and play a variety of games. The event gave the group a great opportunity to build their management skills, teamwork and creativity, as well as do something positive for the community. Events like Haymarket Horrors are a brilliant example of what happens when young people are empowered to take the lead. A massive well done to our young people for all their hard work and thank you to everyone who came along! Want to help us support more of Leicester’s young people? Visit our website: www.focus-charity.co.uk/donating-to-focus-charity/ #FocusCharity #Halloween #Leicester
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Things got spooky at Haymarket Shopping Centre last weekend! Our Inspire group held our annual...

We hope you’re ready for a spooktacular Saturday! Join us at Haymarket Shopping Centre and celebrate Halloween at Haymarket Horrors 2026! Whether you're exploring Leicester City Centre or just looking for something free and engaging to do, come and join the fun. #FocusCharity #Halloween #Leicester
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We hope you’re ready for a spooktacular Saturday!

Join us at Haymarket Shopping Centre and...

It may be way too early to talk about Christmas, but sometimes things have to start early to be ready for the big day. This is something our Facing the Future group learned during yesterday’s session, where they helped us create the photo for this year’s Christmas cards. The group worked together to set up a Christmas scene, from putting up the tree to wrapping stacks of prop presents. It was a good chance to see the behind-the-scenes work that goes into good photography and marketing. The photo our young people took will be on both this year’s cards, and in our end of year’s message. If you’d like to see it, and stay up to date on all things FOCUS, why not sign up to our e-bulletin: https://www.focus-charity.co.uk/get-updates/ #FocusCharity #YoungPeople
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It may be way too early to talk about Christmas, but sometimes things have to...

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As part of PepsiCo’s SMILES Week, a team of volunteers joined us at the Wooden...

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Our Inspire group spent their latter half of the October Half-Term Scheme on a 3-day...

Looking back on last year’s Haymarket Horrors Halloween event 🎃 Our Inspire project group are off on their 3-day residential trip, and while they are there, they will be making their plans for this year’s Haymarket Horrors! We’re excited to see what eerie entertainment and activities they will come up with. No doubt it be spooktacular! Find out for yourself by visiting us at Haymarket Shopping Centre on Halloween day – Saturday 31st December. #FocusCharity #Halloween #Leicester
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Looking back on last year’s Haymarket Horrors Halloween event 🎃

Our Inspire project group are...

Day Two of our Inspire October Half-Term Scheme was all about creativity, teamwork and a little friendly competition. Young people were challenged to create their own gameshow, exploring what makes them so fun to watch and play. From the rules to gameplay, the designs were in their hands. Once their gameshows were ready, they invited each other to play their creations. There were some brilliant ideas and plenty of laughs. A brilliant day, showcasing what young people can achieve when given the freedom to bring their own ideas to life. Learn more about our Inspire project: www.focus-charity.co.uk/inspire #FocusCharity #YouthWork #Autumn #OctoberHalfTerm
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Day Two of our Inspire October Half-Term Scheme was all about creativity, teamwork and a...

Our Inspire October Half-Term Scheme is underway! We kicked things off on Monday with a brand-new set of team-building activities and icebreaker games. Everyone got the opportunity to get to know each other, make new connections, and start the week with plenty of energy! Learn more about our Inspire project: www.focus-charity.co.uk/inspire #FocusCharity #YouthWork #Autumn #OctoberHalfTerm
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Our Inspire October Half-Term Scheme is underway!

We kicked things off on Monday with a...

Last week, our Inspire group continued their celebration of Black History Month by cooking a 3-course meal of Black cuisine. From Shakshuka and Nigerian Jollof Rice to Melktert. All while listening to the playlist of Black musicians they made last session. A tasty way of immersing themselves in Black culture. Learn more about our Inspire project: www.focus-charity.co.uk/inspire #FocusCharity #BlackHistoryMonth #YouthWork
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Last week, our Inspire group continued their celebration of Black History Month by cooking a...

Are you ready to get spooky?! 🎃 Our young people will be running their annual FREE Halloween event on Saturday 31st October. Join us at Haymarket Shopping Centre for Haymarket Horrors 2026! Whether you're exploring Leicester City Centre, or just looking for something free and engaging to do, come and join the fun. #FocusCharity #Halloween #Leicester
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Are you ready to get spooky?! 🎃

Our young people will be running their annual...

ADHD Awareness Month is also in October! In recognition, our Facing the Future volunteer team held a session of games to help our young people understand what it’s like to live with ADHD. Each game had a twist that attempted to mimic the brains of those with ADHD. This helped the group to understand what living with it is like, so they can better sympathise with and support those with it. Thanks to the volunteers for such a fun and informative session. Want to support young people? Why not volunteer too! Visit https://www.focus-charity.co.uk/volunteer/ #FocusCharity #ADHDAwarenessMonth #YouthWork #Volunteering
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ADHD Awareness Month is also in October! In recognition, our Facing the Future volunteer team...

October marks Black History Month! Our Inspire group spent the first of 2 sessions looking into music and food from the Black diaspora. Young people looked up the music of Black artists across a wide range of genres, collating a playlist that will be played during their cooking session this week. They also looked into African and Afro-Caribbean cuisine, making a shopping list of the ingredients they’ll need for the dishes they want to cook next session. Learn more about our Inspire project: www.focus-charity.co.uk/inspire #FocusCharity #BlackHistoryMonth #YouthWork
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October marks Black History Month!

Our Inspire group spent the first of 2 sessions looking...

LAST WEEK to book your place on our FREE 2026 October Half-Term Scheme, running from Monday 19th – Friday 23rd October! 🍁 Don't miss out on our 3-DAY RESIDENTIAL trip, with outdoor games, karaoke and even a bonfire! Interested in joining our Half-Term Scheme? Email us at admin@focus-charity.co.uk 🍁 #FocusCharity #YoungPeople #Autumn #OctoberHalfTerm
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LAST WEEK to book your place on our FREE 2026 October Half-Term Scheme, running from...

October is Dyslexia Awareness Month! So, our Facing the Future project took their first session of the month to understand how dyslexia affects the lives of those who experience it. Through a series of volunteer-led activities, the group not only explored how dyslexia can make reading, writing and maths difficult. They also explored the skills and strengths many of those with dyslexia have, including creativity. The best way to support and give back to our communities is to learn to understand and empathise with everyone within it. Thanks to the volunteers that led the session’s activities. Want to support young people? Why not volunteer too! Visit https://www.focus-charity.co.uk/volunteer/ #FocusCharity #YouthWork #DyslexiaAwarenessMonth #Volunteering
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October is Dyslexia Awareness Month! So, our Facing the Future project took their first session...

Last week, our Inspire group celebrated Hidden Heroes Day, acknowledging those who do valuable work in the public services sector. After exploring the multitude of important roles Hidden Heroes play in our society, the group drew public service workers as actual superheroes. The activity helped young people learn about the skills and responsibilities Hidden Heroes have that make their work so important. Learn more about our Inspire project: www.focus-charity.co.uk/inspire #FocusCharity #HiddenHeroesDay #YouthWork
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Last week, our Inspire group celebrated Hidden Heroes Day, acknowledging those who do valuable work...

This week, our Facing the Future volunteers held a session about Suicide Prevention Month, and the importance of being there to support each other. Through a series of activities, the group discussed what support networks exist in their lives. They also explored how everyone was connected and could be there for one-another. They also took time to talk over some light-hearted slime-making. Our volunteers wanted to ensure the young people knew that FOCUS is a safe space, where they can seek support and discuss their issues. Thanks to them for hosting such a valuable session. Want to support young people? Why not volunteer too! Visit https://www.focus-charity.co.uk/volunteer/ #FocusCharity #YouthWork #Volunteering #SuicidePreventionMonth
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This week, our Facing the Future volunteers held a session about Suicide Prevention Month, and...

Our October Half-Term Scheme timetable leaflet is now available on our website! Get a glimpse of everything we’ll be doing throughout the week! We have under a month to go till our FREE October Half-Term Scheme 2026, taking place from Monday 19th to Friday 23rd October. 🍁 Interested in joining us? Book your place by emailing us at admin@focus-charity.co.uk #FocusCharity #YoungPeople #Autumn #OctoberHalfTerm
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Our October Half-Term Scheme timetable leaflet is now available on our website!
Get a glimpse...

Last week, we partnered with @mhealthuk for a workshop on how money can affect our wellbeing. The Mental Health UK team discussed how we can better our relationship with money, and how struggles with money can lead to stress, anxiety and even feelings of guilt and shame. The group explored financial resilience through a variety of activities, including building houses out of playdough. They then looked into how they can be financially adaptable in difficult situations, such as saving money, spending responsibly, and not judging themselves on what others have. Thanks so much to Mental Health UK for collaborating with us! Want to also get involved with the work we do as well? Why not collaborate with us! Contact us: https://www.focus-charity.co.uk/contact-us/ #FocusCharity #YouthWork #MentalHealthUK #CostOfLiving
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Last week, we partnered with @mhealthuk for a workshop on how money can affect our...

VOLUNTEER HIGHLIGHT: Shree! Our volunteers are a vital part of everything we do. We want to give a special highlight to a volunteer who has gone above and beyond to support us and our young people. We’ve partnered with Room to Reward, who have enabled us to offer Shree a free hotel stay as a thank you for the incredible work she does supporting young people at FOCUS. Want to support young people? Why not volunteer too! Visit https://www.focus-charity.co.uk/volunteer/ #FocusCharity #Volunteering
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2 months ago

VOLUNTEER HIGHLIGHT: Shree!

Our volunteers are a vital part of everything we do. We want...

Moving up to college can be quite a big adjustment, making returning to school in September incredibly stressful. Many of the young people supported on our Facing the Future project have been making this transition over the course of September. We and our MHFA volunteers understand the mental strain this can cause. So, we decided to take a break and remind us all how simple human interaction can benefit our mental wellbeing. We took time from our scheduled session plan to play games and chill out as a group. It was good to see everyone taking part and vibing together. Help us give more of Leicester’s young people somewhere to go, something to do, and someone to talk to: www.focus-charity.co.uk/donating-to-focus-charity/. #FocusCharity #YoungPeople #YouthWork
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Moving up to college can be quite a big adjustment, making returning to school in...

On Saturday, our Inspire group spent the session putting a fun twist on some of our favourite games. We got creative with ‘Human Crane’, ‘Blind-Deaf-Mute drawing’, ‘Spoons’ and ‘Architect’, adding new rules, challenges and modifiers to make each game even more exciting. The group had a great time coming up with their own ideas, testing out the new versions and having a go at each other’s games. A great session full of creativity, teamwork, laughter, and plenty of friendly competition. Learn more about our Inspire project: www.focus-charity.co.uk/inspire #FocusCharity #YoungPeople #YouthWork
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On Saturday, our Inspire group spent the session putting a fun twist on some of...

For our latest Inspire session, we looked at goals and aspirations, and how reality can sometimes go against our expectations. Through games like an aspiration-themed ‘Snakes and Ladders’, the group explored what goes into pursuing goals, and that it is okay if things don’t go to plan, or if their aspirations change. After all, every setback can also be a new opportunity. Learn more about our Inspire project: www.focus-charity.co.uk/inspire #FocusCharity #YoungPeople #YouthWork
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For our latest Inspire session, we looked at goals and aspirations, and how reality can...

Last week, our Facing the Future group took learned about the Jewish festivals of Rosh Hashanah and Yon Kippur. With the former happening last Friday and the latter upcoming, the group took the time to learn about the meaning and customs of these festivals, which mark the Jewish New Year and holiest day respectively. This included eating honey and apples for a sweet new year, making a new year’s plan, and exploring Tashlich, a symbolic ritual of leaving things like bad habits behind to create a better year. Exploring the cultures and practices of others is important for building understanding, kindness, and respect for everyone in our community. We’re glad to help young people expand their understanding of other cultures, and we’re proud of our young people for taking the time to immerse themselves. Help us continue to support Leicester's young people and community: www.focus-charity.co.uk/donating-to-focus-charity/. #FocusCharity #YouthWork #Community #RoshHashanah
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Last week, our Facing the Future group took learned about the Jewish festivals of Rosh...

We already have our line-up of activities prepared for this year’s October Half-Term Scheme. This includes a 3-DAY RESIDENTIAL trip, with outdoor games, karaoke and even a bonfire! Plus, in a successor to our ever-popular Movie-Making Day from our Summer Scheme, you’ll also get to design your own gameshow. 🍁Inspire October Half-Term Scheme 2026 - Monday 19th – Friday 23rd October. 🍁 Interested in joining our FREE half-Term Scheme? Get booked-on early by emailing us at admin@focus-charity.co.uk #FocusCharity #YoungPeople #Autumn #OctoberHalfTerm
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We already have our line-up of activities prepared for this year’s October Half-Term Scheme.
This...

For National Food Bank Day last week, our Inspire group took the session to understand the cost of food and give back to those less fortunate. After a quiz that revealed how much food and other everyday items actually cost, the group split into teams to gather food for The Bridge: Homelessness to Hope. Each team was only given £25 to spend, encouraging them to make thoughtful decisions on what to buy with a limited budget. Young people had to create a shopping list of what to buy, comparing prices at local stores to find the best prices. Then they headed out to buy each item for themselves. Great work to everyone that took part! We’ll be sending what our young people bought to The Bridge soon. Help us continue to support Leicester's young people and community: www.focus-charity.co.uk/donating-to-focus-charity/. #FocusCharity #YoungPeople #YouthWork #Community
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For National Food Bank Day last week, our Inspire group took the session to understand...

After not being able to visit the allotment since the Summer Scheme, it’s safe to say nature has been very busy! The space bacame quite overgrown, but our team got straight to work clearing paths, cutting back weeds, and bringing the allotment back to life. It was a great session full of teamwork, fresh air, and plenty of hard work. A huge well done to everyone involved — the difference is amazing! Take a look at our before and after photos to see the transformation. Help us give more of Leicester’s young people somewhere to go, something to do, and someone to talk to: www.focus-charity.co.uk/donating-to-focus-charity/. #FocusCharity #Volunteering #Gardening
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After not being able to visit the allotment since the Summer Scheme, it’s safe to...

Our Inspire group visited the Leicester Pride parade last weekend, joining the city in celebrating and showing their support for the LGBTQIA+ community. The parade was full of colour, energy, and positivity, showing the importance of diversity, inclusion, and community, celebrating everyone’s right to be themselves. It was a great opportunity for the group to show support, learn more about Pride, and be part of a welcoming and uplifting community celebration. Events like this help remind us of the importance of acceptance, respect, and standing together. Help us continue to support Leicester's young people and community: www.focus-charity.co.uk/donating-to-focus-charity/. #FocusCharity #YoungPeople #LeicesterPride
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Our Inspire group visited the Leicester Pride parade last weekend, joining the city in celebrating...

SAVE THESE DATES! - Inspire October Half-Term Scheme 2026 - Monday 19th – Friday 23rd October. Summer may be over, but we’re already preparing for our next holiday programme! Our Inspire project is running our October Half-Term scheme, offering a week of FREE activity days for young people aged 13-16. More details are on their way, but be sure to save the dates! Book early by emailing us at admin@focus-charity.co.uk #FocusCharity #YoungPeople #Autumn #OctoberHalfTerm
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SAVE THESE DATES! - Inspire October Half-Term Scheme 2026 - Monday 19th – Friday 23rd...

Yesterday was Letter Writing Day! So, our Facing the Future group explored the art of letter-writing. First, they wrote letters to their future-selves, creating written time-capsules and sending themselves kind messages. Then they wrote letters to their friends, families, and each other. It was a great chance to acknowledge how much more meaningful receiving a physical letter is in a world of messaging apps and social media. Help us give more Leicester’s young people somewhere to go, something to do, and someone to talk to: www.focus-charity.co.uk/donating-to-focus-charity/. #FocusCharity #YoungPeople #YouthWork
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Yesterday was Letter Writing Day! So, our Facing the Future group explored the art of...

Last week, our Inspire project group learned all about La Tomatina, a festival in Buñol, Spain, famous for residents throwing tomatoes at each other. First, the group played a quiz that not only explored the festival in detail, but the numerous bizarre yet non-the-less important festivals that exist around the world. Then, young people got to cooking, learning how to make spaghetti al pomodoro (or tomato pasta). Delicious! Learn more about our Inspire project: www.focus-charity.co.uk/inspire #FocusCharity #YouthWork #Cooking
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2 months ago

Last week, our Inspire project group learned all about La Tomatina, a festival in Buñol,...

Yesterday was National Second-Hand Wardrobe Day, so our Facing the Future group explored the benefits of buying clothes 2nd-hand. First, the group discussed the downsides of the clothing industry and “fast-fashion”, exploring its effects on the environment and its long-term cost to buyers. Afterwards, the young people designed their own 2nd-hand fashion brands, upcycling a pile of 2nd-hand clothes using craft-fabric, ribbons and buttons. They even held a fashion-show at the end to showcase their revived apparel. Help us give more Leicester’s young people somewhere to go, something to do, and someone to talk to: www.focus-charity.co.uk/donating-to-focus-charity/. #FocusCharity #YoungPeople #YouthWork
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Yesterday was National Second-Hand Wardrobe Day, so our Facing the Future group explored the benefits...

For last week’s weekend session, our Inspire project looked at what it means to foster fairness, equality, and justice in a community. Young people were tasked with creating their own fictional world, trying to make them fair for everyone while juggling a limited budget. Young people had to create their world’s laws, what citizens would be guaranteed, what their world would provide for it’s people. This allowed them to discuss the hurdles communities face when ensuring fairness and equality for everyone. Learn more about our Inspire project: www.focus-charity.co.uk/inspire #FocusCharity #YouthWork
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For last week’s weekend session, our Inspire project looked at what it means to foster...

For session two of our movie-making workshops, courtesy of volunteer Dylan, our Inspire group learned about sound-design. Dylan taught our young people how to produce different sound-effects using various objects. The group then took to movie-making programs, recording and adding their own sound effects to a series of short videos. Thanks again to Dylan for teaching our young people new skills. Want to support young people? Why not volunteer too! Visit https://www.focus-charity.co.uk/volunteer/ #FocusCharity #YouthWork #Volunteering #Filmography #SoundDesign
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3 months ago

For session two of our movie-making workshops, courtesy of volunteer Dylan, our Inspire group learned...

Today we were joined by @freedom4girls, who held a session with our Facing the Future group about period-poverty and the menstrual cycle. The group discussed what period-poverty is, and how social stigma and the cost of living can limit access to period-products and support. They also explored how tracking menstrual cycles can help to understand their energy and emotional levels during each stage, and consequently plan around it. Freedom For Girls ended the session with a safe space for those in the group who experience menstrual cycles to get support. On top of that, they offered free period-protection underwear to those that wanted some. Thanks to Freedom for Girls for giving our young people important knowledge that can either help them during their cycles, or help them to support others that experience them. We are always looking to collaborate with other businesses and organisations. If you are interested, do not hesitate to contact us: https://www.focus-charity.co.uk/contact-us/ #FocusCharity #Collab #YouthWork #EndPeriodPoverty
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Today we were joined by @freedom4girls, who held a session with our Facing the Future...

Long-time volunteer, Dylan, once-again joined our Inspire group to deliver another filmography session. In the first of a two-week workshop, he taught the young people about stop-motion animation. The group built characters using pipe cleaners, using them to learn and model different movements. They were then tasked with making a short stop-motion movie using craft materials. From story-boarding their animation, to taking photos of each frame and chaining them together. Thanks again to Dylan for teaching our young people new art and filmography skills. The young people had a lot of fun, and their short movies looked great. Want to support young people? Why not volunteer too! Visit https://www.focus-charity.co.uk/volunteer/ #FocusCharity #YouthWork #Volunteering #Filmography #StopMotion
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3 months ago

Long-time volunteer, Dylan, once-again joined our Inspire group to deliver another filmography session. In the...

UPCOMING RUN! We have spaces for the Inflatable 5k Obstacle Course in York, on Saturday 26th September. Take on the ultimate bouncy course – and all for a good cause! You'll be jumping, sliding, and laughing all the way to the finish line. Sign up to run for us and get a discount on us if you can raise £150 or more. Find out more on our website: https://www.focus-charity.co.uk/run-for-charity/ #FocusCharity #RunForCharity #Fundraiser
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UPCOMING RUN!
We have spaces for the Inflatable 5k Obstacle Course in York, on Saturday...

For our first session back after this year’s ‘FOCUS Does Summer’ scheme, our Facing the Future group held a scrapbooking session. Young people filled four scrapbooks with a multitude of photos from the summer scheme, adding messages about everything they enjoyed. It was a great chance to reflect and reminisce on the fun they’d had and skills they’d gained. Shoutouts to all the young people who have joined the project after the summer scheme! Help us give more of Leicester’s young people somewhere to go, something to do, and someone to talk to each summer: www.focus-charity.co.uk/donating-to-focus-charity/. #FocusCharity #YoungPeople #YouthWork #Summer
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For our first session back after this year’s ‘FOCUS Does Summer’ scheme, our Facing the...

With this year’s ‘FOCUS Does Summer’ scheme wrapped up, we want to thank the excellent volunteers that supported us this year. Their time and dedication helped us create an amazing start to the summer for many young people. At the end of the summer scheme, each volunteer was awarded a certificate as proof of their hard work. Congratulations to them all! We hope all of them will stick around to further support the young people on our projects. Why not become a volunteer too! Learn more at https://www.focus-charity.co.uk/volunteer/. #FocusCharity #Volunteering #YouthWork #Summer #SummerHolidays
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3 months ago

With this year’s ‘FOCUS Does Summer’ scheme wrapped up, we want to thank the excellent...

Don’t forget - the Nottingham Running Festival 10K and Half-Marathon are at the end of this month! Sign up to run for us and get a discount on us if you can raise £200 or more. Book onto either the Nottingham Running Festival 10K or Half-Marathon via our website today! There are tons of Run For Charity events you can support us through! Find out more on our website: https://www.focus-charity.co.uk/run-for-charity/ #FocusCharity #RunForCharity #Fundraiser
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Don’t forget - the Nottingham Running Festival 10K and Half-Marathon are at the end of...

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Our ‘FOCUS Does Summer 2026’ residential also housed the biggest creative challenge of the Summer...

For the FINALE of ‘FOCUS Does Summer 2026’, we headed for our overnight residential at Beaumanor Hall! Our volunteers led a range of activities and reflection sessions, giving young people time to look back on their experiences, achievements and favourite moments from both the residential and the wider Summer Scheme. We are incredibly proud of everyone who took part. A huge thank you to our young people, volunteers, staff, facilitators and partner venues for making the Summer Scheme possible. What a brilliant two weeks it has been! Like the work we do? Help us give more of Leicester’s young people somewhere to go, something to do, and someone to talk to: www.focus-charity.co.uk/donating-to-focus-charity/. #FocusCharity #YoungPeople #YouthWork #Summer #SummerHolidays
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For the FINALE of ‘FOCUS Does Summer 2026’, we headed for our overnight residential at...

Day 8 of ‘FOCUS Does Summer 2026’ saw yet another double-feature of activities. We headed to both Treetops Golf and East Street Lanes for games of crazy golf and bowling! Young people navigated the creative crazy golf courses, and showed their skills in friendly bowling tournaments. The group celebrated great shots, encouraged teammates and enjoyed a relaxed day before their big residential-trip finale. Help us give more of Leicester’s young people somewhere to go, something to do, and someone to talk to: www.focus-charity.co.uk/donating-to-focus-charity/. #FocusCharity #YoungPeople #YouthWork #Summer #SummerHolidays
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4 months ago

Day 8 of ‘FOCUS Does Summer 2026’ saw yet another double-feature of activities. We headed...

Something strange was happening at Abbey Park, on Day 7 of 'FOCUS Does Summer'! FOCUS volunteer Elliot led the young people on a Stranger Things-themed scavenger hunt. Each team followed clues, cracked codes, and solved riddles to save our CEO, Matt, from the Upside Down! Each task required young people to communicate clearly, think creatively and combine their different strengths to unlock the next location and score points for their team. There were plenty of surprises along the way, as well as lots of laughter and determined problem-solving. Huge thanks to Elliot for creating such an imaginative challenge! #FocusCharity #YoungPeople #YouthWork #Summer #SummerHolidays
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Something strange was happening at Abbey Park, on Day 7 of 'FOCUS Does Summer'!
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Week 2 of the FOCUS Summer Scheme began with this year’s FOCUS Big Quiz - featuring our friends from Pepsi Co’s Beaumont Park team. Teams worked together to best each other in a series of tricky questions, with plenty of friendly competition along the way. Following the quiz, young people got the choice to either play sports games or do arts-and-crafts. The mix of activities gave everyone the chance to take part in something they enjoyed, whether that meant solving quiz questions, getting active or expressing their creativity. A brilliant and varied start to our second week! #FocusCharity #YoungPeople #YouthWork #Summer #SummerHolidays
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Week 2 of the FOCUS Summer Scheme began with this year’s FOCUS Big Quiz -...

We wrapped up the first week of the FOCUS Summer Scheme with a Sports Day at Abbey Park. Led by FOCUS volunteer Ellie, young people took part in a range of sports and outdoor games designed for all interests and ability levels. The day gave young people another chance to strengthen the friendships and team spirit that have developed across the first week. It was brilliant to see everyone getting involved, supporting their teammates and enjoying the opportunity to be active outdoors. Huge thanks to Ellie for planning and leading such an enjoyable session, and well done to all of our young people for completing a fantastic first week! #FocusCharity #YoungPeople #YouthWork #Summer #SummerHolidays
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We wrapped up the first week of the FOCUS Summer Scheme with a Sports Day...

Teamwork was put to the test on Day 4 of the FOCUS Summer Scheme, with our young people heading to both Laser Quest and the Break Free Escape Room! Laser Quest required quick thinking, communication and strategy. While the escape rooms challenged teams to solve puzzles, search for clues and work together against the clock. There were plenty of exciting moments, surprising discoveries and opportunities for young people to take the lead. A high-energy day that showed just how much can be achieved when a team works together. #FocusCharity #YoungPeople #YouthWork #Summer #SummerHolidays
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Teamwork was put to the test on Day 4 of the FOCUS Summer Scheme, with...

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