HAFWAY - UK
HAFWAY (Halliwell Action For Working Alongside Youth) exists to help young people raise their aspirations, overcome their limitations and thrive despite the disadvantages that they face.
Established nearly 25 years ago in 1998 in response to a need for youth work provision in the area of Halliwell, Bolton, there are now over 200 young people currently accessing the provision of HAFWAY each year and it has become a vital resource for young people within the community.
More than just a youth project; HAFWAY are a family where all young people are welcome and included, no matter what. They run a wide range of projects and sessions as well as a focused mentoring programme designed to help the individual needs of each young person. Their aim is to help young people know that they belong, help them believe in themselves and support them to become all that they can be.
HAFWAY is run by 2 full time qualified youth workers; Moira Frew - Lead Community Youth Worker and Esther Peggs - Community Youth Worker as well as a part time Youth Worker - Becky Fraser. They are ably supported by a strong team of volunteers and a committed board of trustees.
HAFWAY have identified that many young people need extra support and help in developing the necessary physical, social, emotional and practical skills to help them transition successfully into adulthood. Consequently, their Passport To Life programme is made up of 4 key elements - Independent Living, Dreams and Ambitions, Citizenship and Health & Wellbeing - and the young people involved are offered to be mentored individually or in small groups along the journey.
HAFWAY pride themselves on their acceptance of all young people regardless of their religion, ethnicity, sexuality, gender or social and economic standing and are committed to walking alongside young people as they discover their identity and find their place in the world.
A wonderful, UK based program, LYT are so honoured to be partnering with HAFWAY. To find out more on their incredible work, please visit their website:
