News - Camden Rise

Heath Hands is the volunteering and community charity for Hampstead Heath. They run programmes for people of all ages - including children and young people - on Hampstead Heath, the Kenwood Estate, Golders Hill Park and Highgate Wood.  Over the past year, they've launched their Heath Friendly Schools initiative, providing free support and activities for schools to bring students...

It can be a bit of a shock to the system going back to school after the summer holidays. Whether you’re starting at a new school or beginning a new school year, any change can make us feel a bit anxious. How can we make this new start feel less daunting? Tips for going back to school or starting a new school:  Try and get into a good morning routine, allowing enough time to...

Camden Youth Safety Fortnight combines creative projects, events and workshops to give support and inspiration to young people and to raise awareness about what is being done locally to keep young people safe. It kicked off at Regent High School on 25 June with an event bringing together youth services, schools, parents, Camden's recently-elected Youth MP and local politicians to...

Following the death of HRH Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, the team which co-ordinates the DofE Award scheme in Camden have been reflecting on the incredible legacy he has left behind, which has given millions of young people around the world the chance to experience new adventures and expand their skills.  Camden DofE is committed to supporting all new and existing participants in...

Articles and a poem from 'virtual' (online) reparations sessions held for children aged 10 to 18 by Camden Youth Justice Service:  Dealing with racism If someone is saying racist stuff or posting racist videos online, if it is online you just have to record it for proof then report it. If it ain’t to you, you can’t really comment on it and start an argument because that makes you...