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The Albany

Come As You Are: Three-Year Impact Report

The Albany's Come As You Are programme creates a welcoming space for young people in Deptford through co-produced arts, social activities and paid creative opportunities. Its three-year impact report records 520 young people attending 115 open-access sessions. Member feedback describes new friendships, improved wellbeing and greater skills, confidence and social connection.

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The Albany's Come As You Are programme offers an open-access space where young people can connect, create and shape activities together. Co-produced workshops cover arts such as dance, writing and other creative practice, alongside youth-led events and informal social time. Paid opportunities let young people deliver workshops and activities, developing experience in the creative sector. Youth-team training and a welcoming environment support the relationships and safety that make participation possible. Custom geography from upload: Deptford & South East London

Key Metrics

Key Metric 1 520 young people attended over three years
Key Metric 2 115 open-access sessions delivered
Key Metric 3 More than 30 creative workshops; over 400 paid hours for young people to deliver activities

Key Outcomes

  • 93% of surveyed members reported increased skills, social connection and confidence.
  • 91% said they made new friends at Come As You Are.
  • 93% said participation helped mental health; 100% described a safe place to express themselves.

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