• Offers: 1:1 mentoring, CV help, interview prep, and financial support (e.g. travel, childcare, work clothing).

• Programmes include:

  • Bright Futures: For care-experienced youth

  • MILES Project: For homeless or housing-insecure youth

  • Communities for Work+: Localised employment support

• Location: Central Library, The Hayes, Cardiff

• Website: intoworkcardiff.co.uk

Focus on employ-ability and entrepreneurship.

Website: https://www.cavc.ac.uk

ACT Training

• Apprenticeships across 30+ sectors.

• Roles include admin, finance, engineering, and more.

• Website: https://www.acttraining.org.uk

Educ8 Training

• Offers apprenticeships in business, compliance, and administration.

• Inclusive and disability-confident employer.

• Website: https://www.educ8training.co.uk

• Supports ages 11–25 with:

  • Youth mentoring

  • Street-based work

  • Emotional well-being programmes

  • Accredited qualifications (e.g. Duke of Edinburgh)

• Website: https://www.cardiffyouthservices.wales

Grassroots Cardiff

• City-centre youth hub offering:

  • Life skills

  • Music & creative sessions

  • Neurodiverse support groups

  • Homelessness support

• Website: Grassroots Cardiff

• Publishes youth-friendly career guides for sectors like:

  • Creative industries

  • Construction

  • Advanced manufacturing

• Website: CCRSP Career Guides

• Location: 65 Clare Road, Cardiff

• Website: [4winds.org.uk]

• Free and confidential counselling for young people.

• Location: Regal House, Gelligaer Lane, Cardiff

• Website [concerncymru.org.uk]

• For ages 10–25, offering:

  • 1:1 coaching

  • Wellbeing workshops

  • Social action projects

• Website: platfform.org

• Provides assessments and support for young people under 18 with:

  • Anxiety

  • Low mood

  • Relationship difficulties

  • Website: stepiau.org

• Free summer programme for ages 7–17.

• Includes strength training, team sports, and activities for children with additional learning needs.

• Led by former Welsh rugby player Robin Sowden-Taylor.

• Website: More info

• Offers:

  • Free play sessions

  • Passport to the City (discounted access to leisure centres)

  • Parks and walking trails

• Website: More info

• Offers free, confidential STI testing, contraception, and sexual health advice.

• Drop-in clinic for under-18s:

  • Tuesdays, 2–5pm at Cardiff Royal Infirmary

  • Thursdays, 3–5pm at Broad Street Clinic, Barry

• No GP referral needed. Services include:

  • Emergency contraception

  • HIV testing

  • Pregnancy advice

  • Post/Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP/PrEP)

• Website: More info[cavuhb.nhs.wales]

• For ages 11–25, offering:

  • 1:1 confidential support

  • Help accessing clinics and contraception

  • Education on consent, STIs, and healthy relationships

  • Sessions at home, school, youth clubs, or cafés

• Website: Learn more [www.dewis.cymru]

• Free home STI testing kits for young people.

• Discreet delivery and results.

• Website: https://www.friskywales.org/

• National charity offering:

  • Sexual health education

  • Online advice and resources

  • Clinic referrals

• Website: https://www.brook.org.uk/

• A downloadable guide listing all sexual health education providers in Cardiff.

• Includes school programmes, charities, and NHS services.

• Lists organisations offering:

  • RSE (Relationships & Sexuality Education)

  • Consent and boundaries workshops

  • LGBTQ+ inclusive education

• Download the directory (PDF)

• Group Education Sessions on:

  • Consent and boundaries

  • STIs and contraception

  • Positive relationships

  • Online safety and pornography

  • Sex and the law

  • Puberty and growing up

• 1:1 Support in schools, youth clubs, cafés, or at home

• C-Card Scheme: Free condoms and sexual health info

• Parent/Carer Support: Workshops and guidance

• Location: YMCA Cardiff, The Walk, Roath, CF24 3AG

• Email: shot@ymcacardiff.wales

• Website: Visit SHOT Service [ymcacardiff.wales]

• Offers help with:

  • Budgeting

  • Income maximisation

  • Managing debt

• Also connects young people to grants like:

  • Princes Trust

  • Student Finance Wales

  • Leaving Care Grant

• Website: Explore services

• Inclusive career event for ages 16–25

• Meet employers, training providers, and support services

• Location: Churchill House, Cardiff

• Website: Careers Wales | Careers Wales

• Free workshops for ages 11–25 in:

  • Writing

  • Music

  • Performance

  • Technical theatre

• Website: https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwjuiKm-jrqQAxU1SEEAHepxGJMQFnoECBcQAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wmc.org.uk%2Fen%2Fyoung-creatives&usg=AOvVaw3IH7X3zMlyFgmlapRHc7CX&opi=89978449

• July–August programme includes:

  • Film-making camp

  • Entrepreneurship workshops

  • Outdoor adventures

  • Youth exchanges

  
  

Eligibility:

• Must have attended a Cardiff secondary school for at least 2 years.

• Must be currently resident in Cardiff.

• Can apply for help with costs like books, tools, instruments, or course fees.

How to Apply:

• Download and complete the application form (PDF). [cardiff.gov.uk]

• Email it to: CardiffFETrust@cardiff.gov.uk

• Include:

  • Evidence of eligibility

  • Estimated costs of items

  • Supporting documents

• You’ll receive a decision within 21 days of the next Trustee meeting.

Eligibility:

• Aged 14–25

• Leading or involved in a social action or volunteering project

Funding Available:

• Up to £1,500 for 1-year projects

• Up to £3,500 for multi-year projects

How to Apply:

• Website: C3SC Youth Led Grants page [c3sc.org.uk]

• Download the guidance and application form

• Contact: volunteer@c3sc.org.uk or 07973 725569 for help

Eligibility:

• Third-sector youth organisations in Cardiff

• Projects must benefit young people aged 11–25

How to Apply:

• Website Visit: Youth Innovation Grants page

• Contact Cardiff Youth Service for guidance and support

Eligibility:

• Youth-led projects supported by youth organisations

• Focus on gender equality, inclusion, and empowerment

How to Apply:

• Download the grant pack PDF

• Contact: lizzy.brothers@plan-uk.org

• Free, confidential advice on:

  • Debt consolidation

  • Budgeting and money management

  • Credit and loans

  • Rent arrears and council tax

  • Benefits and Universal Credit

• Help with Debt Management Plans, Debt Relief Orders, and Individual Voluntary Arrangements (IVAs)

• Website: cacv.org.uk

• Tailored advice for young people aged 16–25

• Help understanding credit, overdrafts, and student finance

• Support with financial hardship and emergency costs

• Location: Central Library, The Hayes, Cardiff, CF10 1AJ

• Phone: 0800 702 2020

• Website: Visit Citizens Advice Cardiff & Vale

• Butetown Youth Provision

• Eastmoors Youth Centre

• Llanrumney Youth Provision

• North Ely Youth Centre

• Powerhouse Youth Provision

• St Mellons Youth Provision

• Gabalfa Youth Centre

• Caerau Youth Provision

• Fairwater Youth Provision

Website: Explore Youth Centres

• Topics include:

  • Cooking & budgeting

  • Creative writing

  • Photography

  • Universal Credit budgeting

  • Exploring jobs

• Location: 58 Charles Street, Cardiff CF10 2GF

• Contact: rachael.barry2@cardiff.gov.uk

• Website: View schedule

• Weekly and holiday workshops

• Guest artist sessions

• Focus on wellbeing and creativity

• Website: [www.bethmo...hops.co.uk]

• Ceramics, bookbinding, painting, printmaking

• One-day and multi-week courses

• Suitable for teens and young adults

• Website: the-arthouse.org.uk

• Multi-disciplinary arts programmes

• Talent development and cultural workshops

• Focus on elevating marginalised voices

• Website: [www.jukebo...ective.com]

• Kayaking, rock climbing, filmmaking camps

• Youth exchanges, esports, entrepreneurship workshops

• Website: itsoncardiff.co.uk

• Arts & crafts, gaming, cooking, music

• Book clubs, sports, podcasting, and ALN-specific clubs

• Website: New Events Page - Cardiff Youth Service

• Ages: 11–17

• Locations: Western, Eastern, Llanishen, Maindy Leisure Centres

• What’s Included:

  • Access to gym equipment during dedicated junior sessions

  • Fitness classes designed for under-18s

  • Swimming pools and leisure facilities

  • Induction with qualified instructors

• Membership Options: Monthly, Pay-as-you-go, Flex packages

• Website: Explore Junior Gym Memberships

The Council will:

• Try to help prevent them from becoming homeless in the first place.

• Help in many ways including family mediation to help stay at home.

• Help if there are rent arrears. If keeping their home is not possible we can help find suitable accommodation. 

• Need to confirm that they are legally homeless and the reasons for this. 

• Contact their parents, or whoever they live with, for more details and discuss whether they can return home.

• If they are not ready to live independently there are a range of specialist support accommodation for young people.

• A case worker will advise you of your options.

• Contact the team for advice and support on what to do next.

• Location: 53 Charles Street, Cardiff, CF10 2DG

• Telephone: 029 2087 3570

• Contact the local council's Children's Services, as they will likely be considered a "child in need" and be provided with accommodation. 

• The council will first try to see if they can return home or go to live with another relative. 

• They can also apply to the local housing authority, and they must provide interim accommodation while they investigate. 

Over 18:

• Contact local council's Housing Options Service for help. 

• Even if they spent time in care when they were younger, they can have "priority need.

• If they become homeless again while still under 21, requires the council to help with emergency or longer-term housing. 

• 029 2057 0750 (daytime) 

• 029 2087 3141 (emergency number out of office hours).

If a YP experiencing violence, abuse or threatening behaviour at home, it is really important that you seek support to find alternative accommodation.

If you’re in Wales and are at risk of becoming homeless in the next 56 days, your local authority has a duty to find you alternative accommodation, particularly if it is not safe for you to stay at home.

If you are experiencing difficulties in your relationship with other people at home, Family Mediation could be a good option for you. Llamau’s Family Mediation is very successful at helping to resolve issues and could support to continue living at home.

You can get in touch with our Family Mediation services using the following details:

• In Cardiff - 029 2087 3570

• In Vale of Glamorgan - 01446 748852

If they are under 18 contact should be made with Children’s Services within the local council.

Website: I am a young person and need help - Llamau

Highly trained colleagues and volunteers will help you to access safe temporary accommodation and provide advice on how to keep yourself safe.

Telephone: 0800 1111

Website: www.childline.org.uk

This provides expert housing advice, help you find temporary accommodation, and can guide you to out-of-hours council services if needed.

Shelter Cymru:

They can provide expert housing advice and help you find emergency accommodation like hostels, explain your rights, and contact accommodation providers on your behalf. 

Shelter Cymru webchat: Use their online webchat for instant messaging with an adviser. 

Website: Advice for young people - Shelter Cymru

Referral: Individual

Age Group: 11 +

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Contact: gary.bowen-thomson@actionforchildren.org.uk

About: Side Step is a targeted intervention service for young people aged 11-30 known to be at risk of criminal exploitation or involved with county lines. Referrals come through the NHS Violence Prevention team at UHW or South Wales Police. A team of mentors provide intensive 1:1 support, family support, peer mentoring, group work to divert young people away from criminal exploitation.

Referral: Individual

Age Group: 11 +

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Contact: stephanie.mckay@cardiff.gov.uk

About: 1:1 interventions and support from a dedicated exploitation worker for 11-18 year olds who are open to Cardiff Children's Services.

Referral: Individual

Age Group: 9 +

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Website: Films - Media Academy Cymru

Contact: sam@mediaacademycymru.wales

About: A 7 week intervention for young people aged 9+ who engage in aggressive and violent behaviours. The sessions help young people to explore behaviours and communication styles and aims to increase empathy, emotional resilience and reflection on the consequences of their actions. The programme can be used with groups or individuals.

Referral: Individual

Age Group: 8 +

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Website: Parallel Lives - MEDIA ACADEMY CYMRU

Contact: sam@mediaacademycymru.wales

About: A range of support for young people aged 8-17 engaged in child to parent / carer abuse and their parents / carers. This includes informal zoom calls, group sessions and monthly workshops for parents and carers as well as a 7 week structured intervention for the young person and their parent / carer.

Referral: Individual

Age Group: All ages

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Contact: Dionne.Rowe@actionforchildren.org.uk

About: The Violence Prevention Advocates work with children and young people attending hospital with injuries sustained as a result of violence. The practitioners engage with young people and can offer advice, support and guidance to patients who have experienced violence, with the aim of engaging with those injured whilst they are in hospital (at the point of crisis), and to promote movement away from violence by encouraging engagement with support, intervention and wider services.

Referral: Individual

Age Group: All ages

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Website: Our services - Children, Young People And Families (cavyoungwellbeing.wales)

Contact: enfys.cav@wales.nhs.uk

About: A team of psychology and occupational therapy professional working with children and young people who are looked after, adopted and on the edge of care. The team work closely with colleagues in Children's Services, education and other professionals and offer consultations for professionals or ongoing therapeutic support for children and young people.

Referral: As a small group

Age Group: 8 +

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Discuss with the provider.

Website: Extended Sessions/Group Sessions - St Giles (stgilestrust.org.uk)

Contact: Lee.Dutton@stgilestrust.org.uk

About: Intensive weekly prevention sessions for children and young people identified as being at risk of being exploited and drawn into gangs and serious youth violence. Sessions are for up to 10 children for an hour a week over 5 to 6 weeks.

Referral: Individual

Age Group: 11 +

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Discuss with the provider.

Website: St Giles (stgilestrust.org.uk)

Contact: Sabina.Stillman@stgilestrust.org.uk

About: The Clic project team work alongside the exploitation team at Cardiff Bay police station. They engage with children and young people entering custody and can offer individual support for as long as the young person is at risk and engaging.

Referral: Individual

Age Group: 8 +

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Contact: zac.lyndonjones@cardiffcityfc.org.uk

About: 1:1 sessions aimed at young people aged between 8 and 18 who are involved in violent or criminal behaviour, or are at risk of involvement. The programme offers between 12 and 24 bespoke sessions with a mentor, including opportunities for the young person to access positive activities of interest to them. The programme aims to engage young people through 1:1 mentoring to reduce offending and reoffending, focusing on positive behaviour change, and making the right choices. It will also aim to contribute towards positive progressions for the individual suited to their situations, for example, (but not limited too) enrolling into education, employment, training, or community activities. Core topics covered through the 1:1 mentoring sessions will include Crimes and Consequences, Healthy Interpersonal Relationships, Communication Skills and Positive Wellbeing Awareness.

Referral: Individual

Age Group: 10 +

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Contact: Sadie.Kotyla@cardiff.gov.uk

About: 1:1 support from a dedicated case worker for young people between 10 and 17 who have not received a statutory order or intervention from YJS. The worker will focus on exploring and developing the strengths and interests of the young person to prevent them entering the criminal justice system. This is targeted prevention for young people at risk of involvement with the criminal justice system.

Referral: Flexible

Age Group: 10 +

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Contact: Sadie.Kotyla@cardiff.gov.uk

About: Small group sessions for schools or youth settings, covering topics such as mental health, substance use, practical life skills, creative activities, sports based sessions, educational and vocational support and restorative justice.

Referral: Flexible

Age Group: 10 +

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Contact: Gabriela.Bezerra2@cardiff.gov.uk

About: Individual and small group engagement and activities for young people at risk of becoming victims of violence, exploitation or involvement in the criminal justice system. Young people must be living in Llanedeyrn, Llanishen, Pentwyn, Llanrumney, St Mellons or Trowbridge.

Referral: Flexible

Age Group: 10 +

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Contact: Gabriela.Bezerra2@cardiff.gov.uk

About: Individual and small group engagement and activities for young people at risk of becoming victims of violence, exploitation or involvement in the criminal justice system. Young people must be living in Llanedeyrn, Llanishen, Pentwyn, Llanrumney, St Mellons or Trowbridge.

Referral: Flexible

Age Group: 8 +

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Website: SERVICES - MEDIA ACADEMY CYMRU

Contact: sam@mediaacademycymru.wales

About: A 12 week intervention for young people aged 8 to 18 who are at risk of carrying weapons or already carrying weapons. Sessions cover the risks of carrying weapons, potential sentencing, exploitation, joint enterprise and consequential thinking.

Referral: Individual

Age Group: 10 +

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Website: DIVERT - MEDIA ACADEMY CYMRU

Contact: sam@mediaacademycymru.wales

About: 1:1 support for children and young people who have been arrested for a low level offence. Support includes a personalised intervention plan focusing on strengths, goals and needs. Divert workers offer a case management approach which can include Community Resolution.

Referral: Individual

Age Group: 13 +

Gender: Female Only

Cost: Free

Website: Young People — Cymru Ddiogelach - Safer Wales

Contact: jc@saferwales.com

About: 1:1 and small group sessions for young women and girls aged between 13 and 25 who are known to be at risk of CCE, CSA, CSE and domestic abuse. Sessions cover healthy relationships, building confidence, safety and security as well as arts and crafts, cooking and games. Support is also available to help with accessing other services such as housing, training, work and health appointments.

Referral: As a small group

Age Group: All

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Contact: n-wheten@southwales-fire.gov.uk

About: Small group sessions for young people known to be offending or at risk of offending, involved in ASB or displaying behaviour which could lead to risk of school exclusion. Reflect use a variety of delivery tools such as interactive DVDs, group discussion, peer review, and real life incidents/case Studies. (Lesson plans for workshop available on request). Evaluation is a key element of the REFLECT project with the possibility of children and young people being monitored pre and post intervention to identify any behavioural and/or attitude change.

Referral: As a small group

Age Group: Secondary

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Discuss with provider

Contact: Lee.Dutton@stgilestrust.org.uk

About: Workers are embedded in a school and can support with consequential thinking, as well as offering ongoing mentoring and support to meet the needs of the young person.

Referral: Flexible

Age Group: 11 +

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Website: Cardiff City FC Foundation | Kicks

Contact: Zac.lyndonjones@cardiffcityfc.org.uk

About: Kicks is a youth outreach programme for 11-19-year-olds giving thousands of young people across South Wales access to free football sessions, workshops on healthy lifestyles, employability, and the dangers of violence, drugs and alcohol.

Referral: Flexible

Age Group: All

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Website: Resources | Crimestoppers (crimestoppers-uk.org)

Contact: kendra.ross@crimestoppers-uk.org

About: Workshops and assemblies covering topics such as gangs, knife crime, violence, drugs and exploitation.

Referral: Classes

Age Group: All

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Website: South Wales Police

Contact: catherine.lewis@south-wales.police.uk

About: Free resources for schools and youth provisions covering topics such as knife crime, exploitation and anti social behaviour.

Referral: Classes

Age Group: All

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Website: About Spectrum - Spectrum - Sbectrwm (spectrumproject.co.uk)

About: Whole school approach to healthy relationships and domestic abuse prevention.

Referral: Classes

Age Group: All

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Discuss with provider

Website: Assemblies - St Giles (stgilestrust.org.uk)

Contact: Lee.Dutton@stgilestrust.org.uk

About: Bespoke assemblies delivering age appropriate and trauma informed content for primary and secondary schools with additional time for questions from children and young people.

Referral: Classes

Age Group: Secondary

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Website: Resources - NotTheOne

Contact: Bryony.Parry@wales.nhs.uk

About: Educational resources for parents, teachers and youth workers.

Referral: Small Group

Age Group: Primary

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Discuss with provider

Website: Cardiff City FC Foundation | Premier League Primary Stars

Contact: zac.lyndonjones@cardiffcityfc.org.uk

About: 12 week project aiming to increase pupils' physical and mental well-bring and confidence and self esteem

Referral: Small Group

Age Group: Secondary

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Discuss with provider

Website: Cardiff City FC Foundation | Premier League Inspires

Contact: zac.lyndonjones@cardiffcityfc.org.uk

About: Over the course of an academic year, the project aims to improve pupils' mental well-being, interpersonal relationships and self esteem and increase attendance

Referral: Small Group

Age Group: 10 +

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Contact: Dayle.Luce@cardiff.gov.uk 

About: Group work intervention that uses virtual reality to educated young people on risks and harms of gang culture and knife crime. The project uses creative techniques and group discussion to offer education to young people on these topics to aid them make better informed decisions in their own lives. The Virtual Decisions programme also offers a project around young peoples identity and covers topics such as relationships and emotional wellbeing.

Referral: Small Group

Age Group: Secondary

Gender: Male

Cost: Free

Programme: 6 week programme building resilience and supporting healthy relationships

Contact: clare.yeoman@cardiff.gov.uk

About: A 6 week programme delivered within a local leisure centre or gym which combines fitness and activity with sessions on healthy relationships and well being.

Referral: Small Group

Age Group: Secondary

Gender: Female

Cost: Free

Programme: 6 week programme building resilience and supporting healthy relationships

Contact: clare.yeoman@cardiff.gov.uk

About: A 6 week programme delivered within a local leisure facility or gym, which combines fitness and activity with sessions on well-being, confidence building and healthy relationships.

Referral: Small Group

Age Group: 12 +

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Discussed with provider

Website: Dallaglio RugbyWorks

Contact: brittany@dallagliorugbyworks.com

About: This project is aimed at young people aged between 12 and 18 who are at risk of exclusion or already excluded from mainstream education. A team of mentors and coaches engage with young people through support and support them with education, apprenticeships, training and building confidence.

Referral: Individual

Age Group: 8 +

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Website: Delivering Resilience - MEDIA ACADEMY CYMRU

Contact: sam@mediaacademycymru.wales

About: 1:1 support for children and young people who have been identified as at risk of experiencing exploitation.

Referral: Flexible

Age Group: 10 +

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Website: MEDIA ACADEMY CYMRU

Contact: sam@mediaacademycymru.wales

About: MAC offer a range of different support options, including one-off bystander sessions for large groups, tailored group sessions and a longer series of in depth engagement and education sessions. Staff can work with boys aged 10-17 to explore their perceptions of gender and create opportunities for safe and open discussion about healthy relationships.

Referral: Small Group

Age Group: All

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Funded by Prevent

Contact: Thomas.Noaks3@cardiff.gov.uk

About: 40 face to face workshops including fitness ad boxing sessions and followed by discussions around ideology, radicalisation and mental health.

Referral: Small Group

Age Group: Secondary

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Discuss with provider

Website: SOHK Schools Programme | School of Hard Knocks

About: A 3 year programme for young people at risk of exclusion, social and emotional difficulties. Workers are embedded in a school to facilitate individual and group sessions developing trusting relationships and exploring topics to support growth and development.

Referral: Small Group

Age Group: All

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Contact: n-wheten@southwales-fire.gov.uk

About: Become a fire fighter for a day.

Referral: Small Group

Age Group: All

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Contact: n-wheten@southwales-fire.gov.uk

About: The team of firefighters can visit a location with access to a fire hydrant, bringing the fire truck with them. Children and young people have the opportunity to engage in activities.

Referral: Flexible

Age Group: 10 +

Gender: Mixed

Cost: Free

Contact: Catherine.Lewis@south-wales.police.uk

About: Targeted educational inputs and supportive policing, working with individuals, whole classes and year groups (through assemblies for example) for pupils in years 6 to 13.