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Alternative Provision for Girls & LGBTQ+ Youth

Re-engaging Young People, Building Confidence, and Preventing NEET

At Proud to Be Me CIC, we understand that many young people disengage from education due to challenges that go far beyond the classroom. Our Alternative Provision Programme is designed specifically for girls, trans girls, and non-binary youth, with a strong focus on those from Black, Asian, minority ethnic, and LGBTQ+ communities who are most at risk of becoming NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training).

We work closely with local authorities, schools, and PRUs to offer a nurturing environment that:

  • Reduces exclusions and improves engagement

  • Supports young people with EHCPs or behavioural challenges

  • Tackles barriers to learning caused by low confidence, bullying, trauma, or marginalisation

By combining personal development, well-being support, and vocational pathways, our Alternative Provision programme ensures that young people not only re-engage with education but also believe in their ability to succeed.

If your school, PRU, alternative provision, or local authority is seeking an inclusive and effective early-intervention programme, Proud to Be Me CIC can help transform the outcomes for your young people. We offer an in house programme, where we attend your site and deliver our curriculum over 10 sessions. We also take referrals for learners to attend our site.

Our Services

  • Alternative Provision Programme

    Our Alternative Provision Programme is a 10-unit curriculum designed to support girls, trans girls, and non-binary young people who need a safe, inclusive space to learn, grow, and thrive. We focus on building confidence, emotional resilience, and essential life skills through a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive approach.

    The programme covers:

    Self-esteem, mental health, and emotional wellbeing

    Healthy relationships, personal safety, and self-defence

    Identity exploration and LGBTQ+ inclusion

    Life skills such as financial literacy and county lines awareness

    Through interactive workshops, creative activities, and reflective journaling, participants develop the tools to navigate challenges, embrace their identity, and build a brighter future. Our trained team experts in mental health, safeguarding, and youth development ensures every young person is supported holistically.

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    Bespoke Workshops & One Off Sessions

    Alongside our full 10-unit Alternative Provision Programme, we also deliver individual workshops tailored to the needs of your school, PRU, or youth service. Each workshop focuses on a key theme such as self-esteem, mental health, healthy relationships, personal safety, or financial literacy and can be delivered as a standalone session or as part of a custom programme.

    If you’re looking for something more bespoke, we can design one-off workshops or short series to meet the specific needs of your young people, whether it’s identity exploration, county lines awareness, or building emotional resilience.

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    Skills For Life Hub

    Our Skills For Life Hub and After-School Club provides a safe, inclusive, and engaging space for girls, trans girls, and non-binary young people aged 15–18 and 19/24. Designed to support both personal growth and future aspirations, the club combines creative activities, wellbeing workshops, and employability sessions.

    Young people can explore:

    Barista & hospitality skills

    Beauty & creative business workshops

    Travel & tourism insights

    Sport, fitness & wellbeing activities

    Self-employment and career pathways

    Alongside fun, hands-on sessions, participants build confidence, life skills, and practical experience, helping them feel work-ready and empowered for their future.

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    Parent & Carer Support Group

    Our Parent & Carer Support Group is designed to equip families with the knowledge and confidence to protect and support their young people.

    We provide practical guidance on:

    County Lines Awareness – Learn how exploitation happens, spot the signs early, and take action to keep your child safe.

    Building Self-Love & Emotional Resilience – Discover tools to boost your own wellbeing and model positive self-worth for your children.

    Navigating Modern Pressures – Understand the impact of social media, peer influence, and local risks on youth mental health.

    Through open discussions, expert advice, and community connection, parents and carers leave feeling empowered, informed, and supported to safeguard their family and nurture confidence at home.

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    Professional Training & CPD Workshops

    We deliver specialist county lines training tailored for universities, colleges, schools, youth services, social care teams, and corporate businesses seeking to strengthen safeguarding and community impact.

    Our training is unique in its dedicated focus on the risks faced by girls and LGBTQ+ youth—groups often overlooked in mainstream county lines awareness efforts.

    What we cover:

    Recognising early signs of exploitation and grooming

    Understanding the unique vulnerabilities of girls and LGBTQ+ young people

    Trauma-informed, inclusive approaches to intervention and support

    Practical tools for prevention, reporting, and safeguarding

    For corporate teams, we also explore:

    How your organisation can spot and respond to risks within your community

    Ways to support local safeguarding initiatives and promote corporate social responsibility

    Whether you’re a school, community organisation, or business, our CPD equips your staff with the confidence, awareness, and real-world strategies needed to protect young people from county lines exploitation.

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    Reflections Hub on Wheels: Mobile Outreach & Support COMING SOON

    Our Reflections Hub on Wheels is a specially converted van bringing vital support directly to communities. Designed to reach estates, youth centres, and schools, this mobile service offers accessible 1-1 mentoring, group workshops, and emotional support where young people need it most.

    With a focus on self-esteem, mental health, county lines awareness, and resilience, the van enables us to connect with young people who face barriers to traditional services. It’s a safe, welcoming space that brings our trauma-informed, culturally competent programmes right to your neighbourhood.

    Whether delivering workshops, hosting guest speakers, or providing mentoring, the Reflections Hub on Wheels is a flexible, innovative way to empower marginalised youth and build stronger, safer communities.

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