Teenagers in Leeds are being encouraged to reflect on what supports them during times when life feels overwhelming or when they are struggling with their mental wellbeing. As part of Children’s Mental Health Week, a new Survival Toolkit resource is launching to help young people recognise and develop practical strategies that support their emotional health.
On 3 December, Child Friendly Leeds celebrated its partnership with the University of Leeds at Nexus, hosting a Third Sector Workshop and Festive Networking Event. The event brought together 81 Ambassadors and partners to strengthen collaboration for children and young people, supporting Leeds’ ambition to be the best city to grow up in. As part of…
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On Wednesday 4th June 2025, something very exciting happened at Leeds Civic Hall — the Leeds Children’s Mayor, Esosa, from St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School, hosted her very own Primary Summit! Esosa invited Year 5 pupils from 20 different primary schools across Leeds to join her for the day. The aim? To learn about the…
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Studies also show that exercise can help to reduce symptoms of depression in children and young people. The reasons for this will be different depending on each person, but some key benefits include:
Information and services for children, young people and families in Leeds
A new NHS website, http://www.mindmate.org.uk, has been launched for children and young people in Leeds with the aim of providing better support for their mental health. The website, designed with input from children and young people, is just one of a raft of measures being implemented by the NHS in Leeds and Leeds City Council…
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