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United African Association (UAA)

UAA Youth Club

A safe place to belong, build confidence and try new things

UAA’s Youth Club gives young people a safe and welcoming place to spend time, make friends, enjoy positive activities and build practical life skills. The programme combines recreation with wellbeing, teamwork, communication and personal development.

Who it is for

Sessions are organised for young people aged 12-16 and young adults aged 17-25, with activities adapted to the interests and needs of each age group.

What happens at Youth Club

  • PS5 and gaming, pool, table tennis and other indoor games.
  • Recreational football and physical activity.
  • Board games, social activities and team-building.
  • Group discussions and wellbeing.
  • Life-skills and money-management activities.
  • Creative and cultural activities.
  • Refreshments and time to build friendships.

EARLY EVIDENCE

During the first month after launch, the Youth Club recorded more than 70 attendances including young people and family members. Participants reported new friendships, greater confidence and a stronger sense of belonging.

Young people and volunteers gathered around a pool table at UAA Youth Club.
Young people taking part in the UAA Youth Club.
Young people socialising and playing pool during a UAA Youth Club session.
Youth Club social and recreation activity.

“The Youth Club has given me somewhere positive to spend my weekends, make new friends and take part in activities I enjoy. I feel more confident talking to people and being involved in the community.”

— Youth Club participant, age 17

 

UAA’s Youth Club is registered with the Northamptonshire Association of Youth Clubs (NAYC). Relevant volunteers receive safeguarding preparation and First Aid training, with DBS and supervision arrangements matched to their role.

 

Community venue

Leicester Street Community Centre, Northampton, NN1 3RS

 

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