Personal Stories
Young People's Experiences
“Catalyst have changed my life for the better I really enjoy how I feel included in games and talks that they do they make me feel like I can be myself around them and no one to judge me I also enjoy how they keep putting smiles on my face when I’m really down on some days!”
[Attendee at our youth club]
Offering hope to young people
A Key Support System
I have been supported by Catalyst now since year 7 and they have helped me so much. I really enjoy the sessions they led and it has helped me deal with stuff in school. [young person in school]
What we achieved:
- We have supported a young person throughout their education and helped them overcome problems in school
Building Positive Relationships
The groups at Catalyst has helped me with my anger towards my friends, family and teachers. The group helped me to deal with this anger in a more helpful way, which meant that I was able to learn well in school and have a better relationship with my friends and family. [Y9 student]
What we achieved:
- We have helped a young person to build positive relationships in school and to strengthen their personal relationships
Our Work Makes a Difference
“Catalyst offered me the opportunity to make friendships that I still have today, and gave me to chance to grow spiritually and understand the importance of my faith. “
[Year 11 student]
What we achieved:
- We led groups to young people who may need a extra bit of support
