News - Camden Rise

Real Talk is a debate for 16 to 25 year-olds from Camden, which aims to create a safe space to express opinions and challenge ideas on topics. This year's event will be on Wednesday 11 February 2026, from 5.30pm to 7.30pm, at Camden Town Hall. Real Talk helps young people to gain a deeper understanding of issues that affect their lives, as well as empowering them to...

Bookings are now open for Camden's Winter Holiday Activities and Food Programme. The HAF Programme offers free enriching activities and food during the spring, summer and winter school holidays for eligible 5 to 16 year-olds. For a free space, children must be in Reception to Year 11, be receiving benefits-related free school meals, live in Camden or attend ...

Takeover Challenge is a chance for children from local schools to put forward their views on a range of topics of importance to them and have their voices heard by decision-makers. On 21 November, Camden's annual Takeover Challenge took place at the Crowndale Centre, in Camden, and was attended by pupils from eight primary schools - Torriano, Brecknock, Rhyl, Rosary,...

Camden Youth Dance Festival is an annual celebration of dance by young people across Camden. School and community dance groups are invited to take part. Part of the national Let’s Dance campaign, the Camden Youth Dance Festival invites children and young people from schools and community groups across the borough to showcase their talent on stage in front of an...

A brand-new series of free after-school sessions for Camden secondary students aged 14 to 16 has been launched at the borough's Opportunity Centres, from Monday 24 November to Friday 5 December 2025. Food and drinks will be provided at each session. The programme aims to ignite curiosity, build real-world skills and empower young people in Camden to explore...