It’s #GreatBigGreenWeek Working with schools we want to encourage young people to think about how they & their families can become #moregreen & help address #climatechange We have a week of activities to get involved in starting with #MeatFreeMonday #whatcanyoudo #gbgwsandwell

As part of #GreatBigGreenWeek we want to answer #youngpeople’s questions about #climatechange Find out what #sandwellcouncil are doing, ask what you can do& how we can #worktogether to #tackle climate change and make a difference 💚#gbgwsandwell #actnow #youngvoice #makeachange

What is #climatechange and what does it mean?

What are your favourite ways to connect with nature? 🍃 This #WorldMentalHealthDay, be sure take a moment for the things that help support your wellbeing.

I want to say something to all the young people watching tonight: For too long, we haven’t done enough to protect the planet for your future. But Earthshot is for you. In the next ten years we are going to act. We are going to find the solutions to repair our planet.

“In a world where you can be anything…BE KIND” As part of our AB week activities we are encouraging people to show their support for our kindness campaign #21AOK 👌🏼 (21 Acts of Kindness) because you never know what hides behind a smile. #onekindword #bekind #antibullyingweek

1 WEEK LEFT to apply to be a Member of Youth Parliament! 🙌 🖐Do you want to have your voice heard? 🖐Do you want to improve things and represent young people? If so, complete an 'Expressions of Interest Form' NOW at justyouth.org.uk #SYP

Sadly, one in five children are exposed to domestic abuse. thehideout.org.uk is a space to help children and young people to understand domestic abuse, and how to take positive action if it's happening to them #16Days

🎸 SCHOOL OF ROCK 🎸 Coneygre Youth Arts Centre is running a 2 day School of Rock as part of the Sandwell Winter HAF programme. Email [email protected] to try and book your place. For further information, call Russell Allen on 07813 319384 🎸

Spent this afternoon meeting Summerhill Primary Academy #EcoWarriors and what they do to make their school #green and #ecofriendly 🌍 Lovely to see their passion and wanting to make a difference

Had a great time today showcasing our 21st Century Child initiative at Schools & Academies Show 😊 #SAAShow22

So many people supporting Hope Virgo campaign #changethestory at tonight’s event, Dear Parent…I’m Fine! Lots more pics to come! #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

St Michael’s High School praised for innovative 21st Century Child Programme | Sandwell Council ⁦Student Voice - St Michael’s 🌈⁩ sandwell.gov.uk/news/article/6…

Such an amazing couple of days learning about the impact of poverty on children & families. Finding out how we can poverty proof schools within Sandwell. So many great discussions on how to make the life experience of children better Thank you Poverty Proofing© Children North East

SHAPE Summer Fest 2022 is back! 10 activity zones will be full of fun activities for families and young people🥳 📅Saturday 16th July ⏲️11am - 6pm 📌Sandwell Valley Country Park, West Bromwich, B71 4BG 📲To find out more, visit: justyouth.org.uk

Young people across Sandwell can get help and support from DECCA for alcohol and substance use. Want some support or just have a question? Have a look at our Big Guide to Alcohol and feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] #AlcoholAwarenessWeek

Coming soon...our pick & mix winter activities means we have lots of fun things to suit everyone including: 🎭Live festive panto 🎄Winter Wonderlands 🤸‍♀️Holiday Clubs 🏆 Multi Sports, ⚽️football, 🏀dodgeball and more 🎨Winter arts & crafts 🎸Learn an instrument, and much more!

Pupils at St Martins presented their first 21st century child event this morning. Raising awareness of racism and what to do if you see it happen. The pupils were amazing and did themselves proud! #saynotoracism #21stcenturychildrenmakingadifference