Three talented actors from a Cambridgeshire college have created a powerful short film to support a free counselling and wellbeing support service for young people. The young actors are from the Impington International College Performance School and feature in the film “telling the stories of real young people facing some of the toughest challenges of their lives”.
The film has been released by Centre 33, the Cambridgeshire wide support service that offers help for young people from five centres across the county and are available six days a week.
Described as ‘a collaboration of compassion’, Centre 33 believes their winter campaign film “gives voice to the unseen young people who come to our drop-in”.
Centre 33 says they ask every young visitor to their drop-in centres ‘what brings you here today?’.
“It takes a lot of courage for a young person to reach out for help,” says Emma Halse of Centre 33.
“So, when they do, we listen.”
The Centre 33 drop-in service supports young people (up to age 25) with their emotional and practical needs.
They work across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough and drop-ins are free, confidential, and available without appointment.
No problem is too big, or too small. Last year Centre 33 saw a 33% increase in enquiries and worked closely with nearly 4,000 young people.
“But many more young people still need our support,” said Emma.
The new film uses real life examples to highlight the support you provide.
One example:
“If it weren’t for Centre 33, I don’t know where I’d be today. They were there for me when I felt like no-one else was.”
Emma said the film ‘What Brings You Here Today?’ has brought to life “the untold stories of three young individuals. Through the art of drama, we have opened a window into their worlds”.
Centre 33 says they are thankful to Impington International College Performance School for their collaboration “which has allowed us to amplify the voices of those who often go unheard.
“Centre 33 were able to help the young people whose stories feature in this film. But there are many more that need help,” said Emma.
“We cannot do this without you. Please donate today to help young people reach the support they need. Together we can help young people to live happier and more fulfilling lives.”
By donating just £10, you can help provide a safe space for young individuals to share their feelings and find support. Your generosity will help us continue offering a safe space for those in need.
Watch the film and hear their voices:
https://centre33.org.uk/whatbringsyouhere
MISSION STATEMENT BY CENTRE 33
We believe young people should be listened to without judgement.
At Centre 33 we have been offering free and confidential information and support to young people for over 40 years.
We support any young person up to the age of 25 with their mental health, caring responsibilities, housing, sexual health and more.
We are here to listen and to help
If you need someone to talk to, you can visit, call, message or email and we’ll support you during opening hours.
All our services will be closed from Friday 22nd December, and we will be back answering your calls and replying to your messages on Thursday 4th Jan from 12pm. Please check below for opening times for each hub.
If you need urgent support then please look here: Need help now
Cambridge open on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Fridays 12-5pm plus Saturdays 10-1pm (Last drop-in before Christmas break: 20th December. Closed from 21st December – re-opening on 5th January)
Wisbech Thursdays 1-5pm (Last drop-in before Christmas break: 21st December. Closed from 22nd December – re-opening on 4th January)
Ely open on the first Tuesday of the month, every month 1-5pm. (Last drop-in before Christmas break: 12th December. Closed from 20th December – re-opening on 9th January)
Huntingdon Tuesdays 1-5pm. (Last drop-in before Christmas break: 19th December. Closed from 20th December – re-opening on 9th January)
Peterborough Mondays and Wednesdays – 2-5pm (Last drop-in before Christmas break: 20th December. closed from 21st December – re-opening on 8th January)
No appointment needed.
Our phone, text and WhatsApp lines are open between 12-5pm Monday to Friday and 10am-1pm on Saturdays. Outside of our opening hours please leave a voicemail or email and we’ll aim to get back to you within 24 hours. Please note we may use different numbers to contact you but it’s best to use our main line to contact us to guarantee a response.
Phone: 0333 4141809
Text/WhatsApp: 07514 783745
Email: hello@centre33.org.uk
If you need urgent support then please look here: Need help now
