Young People
At Project 507, we believe that young people who are leading lifestyles that are physically, psychologically or emotionally harmful to themselves and/or others need compassionate interventions.
Our interventions are based on over 20 years of experience working with children and young people affected by violence. They are designed and delivered by trained practitioners from within their communities. We use a multi-disciplinary approach, drawing on insights from psychology and neuroscience, among other fields, to cater for the multiple facets of an individual.
In order to provide the most effective interventions, we prioritise the well-being and support of our team. Through clinical supervision, provided by psychodynamic psychotherapist, we encourage staff and participants to engage in reflection, as a process of continual improvement and development.
Specialist case management
The Young Kings Programme is a specialist one-to-one case management intervention. It uses a trauma-informed approach to support young people affected by violence within the prison estate. Our programme incorporates personal development and life skills sessions, that translate into practical actions, supporting the navigation of social situations and life events.
By creating safe spaces in unpredictable environments, our practitioners meet individuals at whatever stage they present in their lives. We support each person to make decisions about their development and a future that aims for a higher quality of life, exiting the criminal justice system.
The duration of the programme ranges from six months to two years, depending on the circumstances and needs of each person in our care. After an initial conversation and assessment with an individual, a member of the Project 507 team will work with them to select areas of focus within the programme, establish structure and manage expectations. Core activity areas include self-reflection, communication skills, coping mechanisms and setting goals.
Group Interventions
Know Thyself: Personal development programme for young men affected by violence, delivered over 12 sessions. The programme explores the effects of all forms of violence on our thinking and behaviour. It provides a safe environment to explore a positive sense of identity.
The Butterfly Effect: Personal development programme for young women affected by violence, delivered over 12 sessions. The programme explores the effects of all forms of violence on our thinking and behaviour. It provides a safe environment to explore a positive sense of identity.
I Am: A short course aimed at 18 to 25 year-olds who have an interest in psychology and personal development. We use a psychoeducation model to support personal development, whilst teaching key psychological principles. During the course, participants will learn more about perception, the conscious and unconscious mind, and the influence they have on daily life. The facilitators will provide participants with opportunities to implement learning into their own journeys, as well as using activities and discussions to explore concepts in more depth.
Theory of Change
Young people who express themselves through violent behaviour need a safe space to regulate, reflect and take actions to thrive.
Activity:
Personal development programmes (group work and one-to-one case work)
Conflict management services
Mechanism for Change:
Young people have more self awareness
Young people have broader range of ways to regulate their trauma responses and apply healthier coping mechanisms
Young people have improved cognitive health
Young people have improved capacity to set, achieve and maintain goals
Young people increase their sense of agency, self-esteem, sense of belonging and happiness
Young people increase their human capital and economic leverage
Young people feel more connected and included in the wider communty
Young people develop healthier relationships with self and others
Young people more likely to use non-violent means to resolve conflict
Young people improve their life and social skills
Young people experience improved mental health and well-being
Young people involved in less violence and criminal activitiy
Young people are able to thrive, despite the harm of systemic violence
Outcomes:
Young people are able to regulate, reflect and take actions to thrive.
Impact Goal: