COVID 19 update

Following a recent government press conference on 14 June 2021 and moving along Stage 3 of the roadmap, we wanted to let you know we are still here for you.

We continue to follow Government and National Youth Agency Guidance and are still able to provide services with additional measures in place to do this in a controlled and safe way.

For our updates on COVID and how to get help and support please click here.

What is making our young people so vunerable?

Serious crime targeting young people Over 100 young people were investigated and considered at risk of exploitation in Hampshire in 2019. This includes ‘The Boyfriend Model’ where drug dealers are exploiting teenagers both sexually and criminally. Young people are coerced in to moving drugs. The National Children’s Bureau said some young people are maybe at “serious risk” of abuse and exploitation including forced marriage and radicalisation.
Reducing services for young people Funding for youth services across the UK has plummeted with available funding for Motiv8 specialist services reduced by more than 50%.
Poor emotional health of families and young people 3 in 4 young people who look for mental health support are forced to manage on their own due to large gaps in support. ‘Young Minds 2019’ In a recent Hampshire report 6275 young people were receiving mental health support. 1183 families, including 2787 children in 2017 received help and support through Early Help Hubs in Hampshire.
Living in poverty 25000 children and young people are now living in poverty in Gosport, Fareham, Portsmouth and Havant. More than 60% of families living in poverty have one parent at work. ‘End Child Poverty 2019’ Young people living in poverty are more likely to feel like a failure, and have a sense of hopelessness about their future than their more affluent peers. And they have a more significant risk of developing mental health problems. ‘The Children’s Society 2019’
Insecure futures With wages rising at the fastest pace in nearly a decade and unemployment rates hovering at the lowest for more than 40 years, these should be positive times for young people. But rising rents and living expenses means it doesn’t feel so positive for many of them. The chances of owning a home seem very slim, high transport and living costs and increasing education costs are leaving young people short-changed.
Complicated educational engagement 3000 young people are frequently reported as missing from education; this number is on the rise. 1 in 5 children are absent from Portsmouth classrooms for the equivalent of at least one full day every two weeks.
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Motiv8 Support Statistics 2019 - 2020

7436

Young people reached through community drop-in, group work, street based detached youth work and community education events

227

Individuals supported through the Family well being programme

17665

Hours of support given by the full time and sessional staff at Motiv8 across the support programs and events

425

Young people supported through one to one intensive support programs

OUR APPROACH TO SUPPORTING YOUNG PEOPLE

Our approach is community based, and creates the conditions for young people and families to access support at different stages of their journey.

We provide safe spaces with trusted adults to help young people and families develop skills, tools and the resilience to overcome challenges.

Each young person and family’s situation is unique and may require a different type or length of support. Our approach provides flexibility, and allows young people and families the opportunity to remain engaged, access ongoing support and return to sharpen their skills as required, recognising there may be further setbacks on their life journey.

Find out more about our support services

If you would like to know more about our support services or would like to talk about anything that is concerning you or a young person you know

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Young people and Motiv8 staff discuss what Motiv8 means to them and how they have gained confidence through the support of the organisation.

Alex's story

Alex talks about how her confidence and outlook on life has grown.

young people feedback

“I have managed to cope with life a little better and am always looking forward to Motiv8 days. Nothing can compare to the level of respect, support and guidance Motiv8 provide me with.”
Anonymous
“I was desperate to leave my room but the feelings I was having and the situation I was in made opening the door too hard. I slowly built a relationship with my Motiv8 Support Worker, I started to trust her and together we built my confidence. I learnt how to deal with the sad feelings and found long lasting friends. My bedroom door is now always open!”
Jana
“I was so isolated, I felt so negative all day long. Through a long term and trusting relationship with my Motiv8 Support Worker, who was always there for me, I have learnt to see life more positively. I have grown and changed and made real friends.”
Alex
“Motiv8 has helped me to have a better relationship with my mum and helped me to come out of my comfort zone as I used to be quite shy.”
Anonymous

Latest News and status updates

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INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT
January 9, 2020

MOTIV8 SOUTH View on Facebook A wonderful morning supporting a young person with her maths work and completing some art work. Discussing how their Christmas was and talking through New Years resolutions, which include trying harder at school, eating less chocolate, and increasing her confidence. #121support #letstalk #artisticflair #mathsmadefun #lifechancesforyoungpeople

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November 14, 2019

MOTIV8 SOUTH View on Facebook SUPPORT US Do you shop at the Co-op? Did you know we are signed up to receive money from the Local Community Fund? How can you help us? 1. Get a blue membership card, select Motiv8 as your Local Cause using the link below and […]

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COMMUNITY
October 1, 2019

MOTIV8 SOUTH View on Facebook 🚒 Our Rowner youth club is OPEN tonight! 🚒 We will be running lots of fun activities including learning about fire safety with a visit from the Gosport Fire Crew with their fire engine! 🚨👨🏼‍🚒👩🏽‍🚒 See you there! #firesafety #gosportfirecrew #youthclub #freeactivities #lifechancesforyoungpeople

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