Events

Whatever your events, have fun, raise funds and remember your efforts will make a difference to young people.

If you’re organising a public event to support us and would like to promote it on our website, email Rachel getinvolved@youthtalk.org.uk

Upcoming dates: why not fundraise or raise awareness for Youth Talk?

Suicide prevention Day (10th of September)
World Mental Health Day (10th October)
Virgin Money London Marathon (2nd October)

Just Talk Week (15th – 21st of November)
The World Cup (21st of November – 18th of December)

Two young people smiling and chatting, events

World Mental Health Day

Monday 10 October 2022

‘Mental Health in an Unequal World’

Make time to talk for Youth Talk…

Why not organise a coffee morning or bake sale this October in aid of Youth Talk?

World Mental Health Day is an annual event where there is an opportunity for everyone to raise awareness about the importance of good mental health.

This year’s theme is ‘Mental Health in an Unequal World’.

We need your support to raise vital funds and awareness for our local charity.

Get your friends, school or colleagues together for a cuppa or cake this World Mental Health Day and help raise some dough in support of our local young people.

‘Mental Health in an Unequal World’

Poor mental health has been a focus during the pandemic and these feelings continue to remain for many. Those who struggle the most, are those who already face other challenges in their daily lives. These people may be living with chronic or long-term health conditions, face discrimination, or are careering for others on their own

Our lives and responsibilities can feel unfair at times. At Youth Talk, we see many young people who face daily challenging circumstances which affect their mental health.

We are #StrongerTogether and need to promote an open and accepting environment where individuals can talk about the day-to-day challenges that they face. This will help us reduce feelings of isolation or loneliness, and to achieve a mentally healthy society!

In St Albans we’ve a fantastic community spirit, our local MP, Daisy Cooper reminds us:

“Loneliness is not always the same as being alone. Many people find that they can be in a crowded places and still feel extremely isolated.
That’s why community is so important in helping prevent loneliness – whether that’s outreach programs, social clubs, or services like Youth Talk’s free, confidential counselling. Loneliness really can kill, so it’s great that here in St Albans so many community initiatives exist to combat it.”
MP Daisy Cooper

Runners during the virgin money London marathon

Virgin Money London Marathon 2022

Participant of the London Marathon smiling in a Youth Talk vest

Sunday 2 October 2022

Did you get lucky and secure your own place in the London Marathon public ballot?

If you have a place on the start line of the world famous London Marathon either through good for age, your running club, employer or in the public ballot – we would love for you to run and support Youth Talk!

Run for Youth Talk and you’ll get:

A Youth Talk running vest to wear with pride.
Dedicated training and fundraising support throughout your marathon journey.
The satisfaction that every step you take and every pound raised in sponsorship will help fund our local counselling service.

Choose to run for Youth Talk and help us continue to be there for our local young people during a real time of need. Please email Rachel: getinvolved@youthalk.org.uk to find out more!

“Raising money for Youth Talk means I know I’m helping young people local to me to find support and learn new ways to live and cope well amongst all the pressures we know about.”

Helen

Youth Talk Fundraiser

Thank you so much for your support during these difficult times. Whatever you do, whatever events you organise, the money you raise keeps us there for more young people.

Fundraise for us

Can you help us?

We need your help to raise awareness and vital funds for Youth Talk. Why not organise an event with friends, family and colleagues?

Spread the word

Tell everyone what you’re doing and why. Tag us in your social posts and we’ll help you spread the word and celebrate your efforts!

Resources & Guides

From bunting to banners, tablecloths to t-shirts. We’d love to lend you materials that would make your event more impressive. If you need balloons, collection cans, pens or running vests drop us an email.

Get involved