North Herts projects

The Identity LGBT+ Project is a supportive and inclusive environment where young LGBT+ people aged 11 to 17 can get accurate, impartial information and guidance on a range of issues including sexual orientation, gender identity, and related topics.

The project prioritises safety and confidentiality, ensuring young people have a space to express themselves without fear of discrimination.

Typically, the project will include strategies around face-to-face and online bullying, emotional and mental health support to develop skills in self-advocacy, assertiveness, coping mechanisms and self-care.

The project runs every week during term time. Please phone 01438 843340 or email sfyp.stevenage@hertfordshire.gov.uk for details of the venue and times.

Services for Young People youth councils for young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) aged 11 to 25 give young people opportunities to express their views on issues that are important to them. They also contribute to the improvement of services and opportunities for young people in their local communities and Hertfordshire.

Every Monday during term time, 6.30-8.30pm

Letchworth Young People’s Centre
Letchworth Town Hall
Broadway
Letchworth Garden City
SG6 3PF

The SfYP Duke of Edinburgh's Award Projects are delivered by qualified SfYP Youth Workers and are specifically for young people who need additional support or would be less likely to access the DofE through traditional routes:

• Those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) aged 14-24
• Young people missing from education aged 14-17
• Home educated young people aged 14-17
• Young people being supported by a social worker aged 14-17

Our Youth Workers create an inclusive and supportive environment to ensure all participants can benefit from the DofE experience, regardless of their background or abilities. By participating in an SfYP DofE project, young people will not only experience personal growth and develop new skills, but also make a meaningful impact in their local area.

The SfYP DofE Project for young people for young people in the Stevenage and North Herts area takes place every Tuesday during term time, 6-8pm. Please call 01438 843340 or email sfyp.stevenage@hertfordshire.gov.uk for details of the venue.

The Gigamix Project is for young adults aged 18-25 with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), including those with social and emotional mental health (SEMH) needs. The focus is on developing independent living/life skills.

The young adults will get support from qualified SfYP youth workers, meet other young people with SEND in their area and learn skills to help them live more independently. SfYP Youth Workers also offer individualised support with emotional wellbeing, healthy relationships, staying safe, nutrition and cooking, and managing money.

Every Tuesday during term time, 6.30-8.30pm

Letchworth Young People’s Centre
Letchworth Town Hall
Broadway
Letchworth Garden City
SG6 3PF

Services for Young People's street-based youth work projects focus on helping young people stay safe from exploitation and crime. Young people get support from our qualified Youth Workers and find out about services and opportunities available in their area.

Every Wednesday during term time, 6.30-8.30pm, in Letchworth town centre and Norton Common area. 

Services for Young People Youth Workers can be identified by their uniform and ID badge.

The North Herts and Stevenage Raising Aspirations Project is for young people aged 13 to 16 who are home-schooled (elective home education) or not in formal education. It focuses on building interpersonal and teamwork skills, confidence and resilience. Through interactive workshops and activities, young people can explore topics such as managing their mental and physical wellbeing and setting goals for the future.

Every Thursday during term time, 12.30-2.30pm

Stevenage Young People’s Centre
St George’s Way
Stevenage
SG1 1XY

The North Herts Positive Pathways projects help young people aged 11-17 stay safe, learn new skills and make informed decisions. Qualified Services for Young People Youth Workers support young people at risk of exploitation, crime, antisocial behaviour or exclusion from their community. The project is designed to provide a safe and supportive environment in which young people can get help with navigating challenges and building positive futures.

Four Positive Pathways projects are currently running in the North Herts area every week during term time:

Royston Positive Pathways Project
Ages 12-15: Thursdays, 6.30-8.30pm
at
Market Hill Room
Fish Hill
Royston
SG8 9LB

Westmill Positive Pathways Project
Ages 14-17: Thursdays, 6.30–8.30pm
Ages 11-14: Fridays, 6.30-8.30pm
at
Westmill Community Centre
John Barker Place
Hitchin
SG5 2PE

Letchworth Positive Pathways Project
Ages 11-17: Fridays, 7-9pm
at
Mrs Howard Memorial Hall
Norton Way South
Letchworth Garden City
SG6 1NX

Services for Young People youth councils provide young people aged 11 to 17 with opportunities to have their voices heard. Members design and develop social action projects in their local communities, determining priorities, developing action plans, writing funding bids, and are involved in local decision making.

Members work closely with the Youth Strategy Partnership Group (YSPG) which is a forum for local service providers, voluntary and charity sector, and other key stakeholders to collaborate strategically and operationally. The groups work with young people to identify need, promote, deliver, and evaluate services for young people in each district, collaborating closely with local youth councils and forums.

A new North Herts Youth Council will be starting in January 2026. Please contact the Services for Young People North Herts Team if you are interested in joining.

• Email sfyp.northherts@hertfordshire.gov.uk
• Call 01438 843340
• Text 07860 065178