A bold new initiative aimed at tackling knife-related violence among young people in Leeds has been launched, bringing together education, mentorship, and community support in a city-wide campaign for safer streets.
The community-led project offers a series of free in-person and virtual workshops, one-on-one mentoring, awareness campaigns, and local engagement events — all tailored to reach and empower young people aged 11 to 25.
At its core, the programme is designed to educate youth about the dangers and consequences of knife crime while providing positive pathways through mentoring, life skills, and open dialogue. It is trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and firmly rooted in local partnerships.
Supported by volunteers, health professionals, lived experience speakers, and community leaders, the project calls on the wider Leeds community to stand together to prevent youth violence and create safer, stronger neighbourhoods for everyone.
The programme is being run by Spring Aid International Development who are keen to work with any groups working with young people in the area. For more information or to get involved, email: contact@springaid.co
This post is based on a press release issued by Spring Aid International Development
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