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18/11/2025

At Base 25, we recognise the importance of Safeguarding, and we’re proud to show our support during Safeguarding Week, in partnership with Wolverhampton Safeguarding Together.

Come and see us at the Market Engagement Event in the Mander Centre on Friday 21st November, from 10am–12pm.
Pop down, say hello, and find out more about the work we’re doing to support young people and our community. 👋 Everyone has the right to feel safe.

14/11/2025

🌟 Working Together Works: Group Support & Young People’s Wellbeing 🌟
💬 “When young people join group work programmes — whether that’s to improve social skills, reduce stress and anxiety, or build emotional regulation — their overall wellbeing improves in real ways.”

And there’s strong UK research to back it up 👇

🧠 The evidence:

YouthLink Scotland found that 86% of young people who took part in group youth work reported improved confidence, relationships and wellbeing.
🔗 YouthLink Scotland – Impact of Youth Work on Wellbeing

University of Oxford research showed that group-based CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) is one of the most effective ways to help children and young people reduce anxiety and build resilience.
🔗 Oxford Research on Group Therapy for Young People

The National Youth Agency (NYA) found that structured, relationship-based group activities in schools and communities help young people develop life skills, feel safer, and improve their wellbeing.
🔗 NYA Research on Youth Work and Schools

💬 Why group support works:
✅ Peer support: Young people realise they’re not alone with their challenges — being around peers who ‘get it’ creates a sense of belonging and acceptance.
✅ Confidence through connection: Regular communication and participation in group discussions build self-belief, social confidence, and the courage to express themselves.
✅ Practical coping skills: Young people learn and practise real-life strategies alongside their peers — seeing others model healthy coping behaviours helps them build their own toolkit for managing stress, emotions, and everyday challenges.
✅ Safe spaces: Skilled facilitators and supportive groups create an environment where young people feel heard, respected and empowered.
✅ Resilience: Through these shared experiences, young people develop emotional strength and a stronger sense of self.

💙 In short:
Group work isn’t just about reducing anxiety — it’s about helping young people thrive. 🌱
When they connect, share and support one another, their wellbeing grows — in real, measurable ways.

📣 Call to Action:
If your child has been invited to one of our group programmes — or you’d like to find out more about how Base 25 supports young people’s wellbeing — get in touch today:
📧 info@base25.org

Let’s keep building spaces where every young person feels they belong. 💙

13/11/2025

💧 Calling All Builders & Roofing Experts! 🧰

We need a little community magic! ✨

Here at Base 25, we’re proud to support vulnerable children and young people across our community — but right now, we’ve got a bit of a problem above our café area. Our roof drainage system isn’t working as it should, and we’re looking for advice or hands-on help from local builders or roofing professionals to get it sorted.

If your company is looking for a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) opportunity that makes a real difference, this could be a fantastic way to lend a hand. 🙌

Your support will help us keep our space safe, warm, and welcoming for the young people who rely on us every day.

📍 Location: 29–31 Temple Street, Wolverhampton
📩 Get in touch: jason.dudley@base25.org

Together, we can make sure every drop of rain goes where it should — and every young person continues to have a place to belong. 💙

👉 Please share this post to help us reach the right people!

11/11/2025

🌟 Volunteer Opportunity: Fundraising & Development Support with BASE 25 🌟

At BASE 25, we’re dedicated to supporting young people and families across our community — helping them to build brighter, more hopeful futures.

We’re now looking to connect with volunteers who have a specific interest or experience in fundraising to help us grow our impact.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who can:
✉️ Assist in writing fundraising appeals or donation requests
🤝 Encourage and support local fundraising activities and events
🏢 Help us build relationships with local businesses and organisations — promoting BASE 25 as a potential “Charity of the Year” partner

We’re looking for people with enthusiasm, initiative, and a little time to offer — whether you’re a professional looking to share your skills, a retiree wanting to give back, or someone keen to make a tangible difference in your community.

📩 To express interest and arrange a conversation, please contact Jason Dudley, Development Manager, at learn@base25.org.

11/11/2025

☕👕 Morning all! 👕 ☕

Our Cafe and Charity Shop will be closed until the 24th November 2025, but don't forget we are hosting another Anti Bullying event on Wednesday 12th November from 2pm till 4pm! There will be a number of activities for all ages and we will be discussing the impact and importance of what this week means for so many.

The theme for this years Anti Bullying Week is Power for Good, what does this mean for you? 💭💡

10/11/2025

We are honoured to have the talented Anthony and Chloe Ogborne at Base 25 until 4pm, signing copies of their very touching book Don't Follow The Crowd. We also have activities and a safe place to gain support for Anti Bullying Week.

Pop in out of the rain and join in, and grab a book while you can! 📖

10/11/2025

💙 It is Anti Bullying Week! 💙 Today and Wednesday we are inviting all to attend from 2pm till 4pm for this very important event:

- Today we have the incredible author Anthony Ogborne accompanied by Chloe Ogborne, signing copies of their book Don't Follow The Crowd. Based on true life events.

- On Wednesday we will be holding various activities to promote anti bullying. In a safe space to be open, honest and to discuss how important kindness and friendship truly is.

As bullying can affect everyone at some point in their lives, we welcome all ages to come and support this event here at Base 25.

Remember you are not alone.

04/11/2025

We are delighted to announce our level 5 food hygiene rating! Thank you to Alison and our volunteers for making this happen 🎉
If you are in Wolverhampton town and fancy a cup of tea or some warm food on these cool autumn days, why not pop into Base 25 and see for yourself why we have scored so high!

29/10/2025

💛 Fundraise for Base 25 and Make a Real Difference! 💛

Want to turn your passion into purpose? Every fundraiser, challenge, or event you take on helps young people in our community get the support they need. 🌟

Pick Base 25 as your chosen charity, inspire others to give, and help change a young person’s story — every contribution counts!

🎉 Download our Fundraising Pack and get started today: https://base25.org/support-us/

24/10/2025

🌟 Thank You! 🌟

We’re thrilled to announce that thanks to the Million Hours Fund, supported by The National Lottery Community Fund and the UK Government, our new Youth Café will enable us to reach more young people! 💛

This incredible funding helps us extend our open access services, creating a safe, welcoming space where young people can connect, learn, and thrive.

We couldn’t do this without the support of our amazing funders—and of course, our incredible young people who inspire everything we do! 💫

23/10/2025

https://www.fundraisingregulator.org.uk/directory/base-25

✅ We’re proud to share that Base 25 is now officially registered with the Fundraising Regulator!

At Base 25, transparency, accountability, and integrity are at the heart of everything we do — especially when it comes to fundraising. Our registration with the Fundraising Regulator reinforces our commitment to the highest standards of ethical fundraising, giving our supporters, partners, and funders full confidence that every donation is handled responsibly and used to make a lasting impact in our community.

As a Wolverhampton-based charity supporting young people, families, and communities, we rely on the generosity of our supporters to continue delivering vital services that change lives.

By registering with the Fundraising Regulator, we’re demonstrating our promise to:

🔹 Uphold the Fundraising Code of Practice
🔹 Ensure transparency in all fundraising activity
🔹 Protect and respect our donors
🔹 Continue building trust with our community and partners

We’re excited to continue our fundraising journey with renewed confidence and credibility — and we’d love for you to be part of it.

👉 Find out more about how you can support Base 25:

https://base25.org/support-us/

Supporting young people in Wolverhampton

22/10/2025

🎉 Celebrating Achievement at Base 25! 🎉

We’re thrilled to celebrate the completion of our Helping Professions Training here at Base 25! 🙌

Over the course of the programme, participants explored key themes such as:

💡 Theory and skills for working with individuals, groups, and communities
🤝 Understanding Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)
🛡️ Best practice in safeguarding

The photo shows some of our amazing participants proudly holding their certificates — many of whom will now be working or volunteering with us at Base 25. 💙

A huge congratulations to everyone involved — your commitment, insight, and compassion will make a real difference in the community.

If you’re inspired and would like to volunteer at Base 25, we’d love to hear from you!

📧 Get in touch: info@base25.org