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Here you'll find our activities and events. Whether you're waiting for ongoing support or just want to get involved, there's something here for you.

Current Activities and Events

Practise Your English With Us at the ESOL Group

You're invited to a free, friendly space where you can practise speaking English, make new friends, and connect with people in your community.

When: 28th May, 5 – 6:30pm

Location: Portland House, 678 London Road, CR7 7HU

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The Chill Space

Join Our CV Clinic

You're invited to a free, friendly workshop where you can develop a great CV, learn tips to help you ensure your CV gets seen, and learn where some of the best places are to look for job listings. Everyone is welcome.

When: 11th June, 5 – 6:30pm

Location: Portland House, 678 London Road, CR7 7HU

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CV Clinic

Come Hang Out at the Chill Space

The Chill Space is a relaxed, drop-in environment for any young person connected to, or hoping to connect with Off the Record. It’s a chance to hang out, build friendships, and stay involved. Grab a drink or a snack, have a chat, play a game, and help us shape what this space becomes.

Location: Portland House, 678 London Road, CR7 7HU

When:

  • Thu 4th Jun, 5 – 7pm
  • Sat 13th Jun, 5 – 7pm
The Chill Space

Off My Chest (OMC)

Off My Chest (OMC) is a chilled, safe space for 18–25-year-olds to talk about what’s really going on. No judgement, no pressure. It’s a place to share, listen, and connect with people who get it. We keep things real, not lecture-y. There’s always something to take away, but it’s about learning in a way that actually feels natural and relevant to you.

Location: 172 Croydon Rd, Beddington, Sutton CR0 4PG

When: Every Monday, 6:30 – 7:30pm

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Join the Men's Group

The Men's Group aims to create a space where young men, aged 18-25, can share their experiences and offer a listening ear to others, and in doing so create a positive experience of community.

Location: Vestry Hall, 336 London Road, Mitcham CR4 3UD

When: Every Tuesday, 6:30 – 7:30pm

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Men's Group

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Past Activities and Events

Trim 'N' Grin

Trim 'N' Grin offered free haircuts to young people aged 11-25 during the summer.

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Money on My Mind

A finance and wellbeing series designed to support young people through the cost-of-living crisis.

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Thriving Not Just Surviving

A three-year funded programme delivering accessible mental health support for young men and boys in Croydon and Merton.

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Kicking Through Covid

A partnership with I'mPossible to deliver fitness videos and virtual Thai boxing-based self-defence sessions.

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#NoTrim Challenge

During lockdown, young men embraced their hair growth for our challenge and shared their ‘no trim’ looks.

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Mind My Hair, Hear My Mind

A pilot project that explored the unique relationship between barbers and their customers through photography.

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Mind The Gap Report

A pivotal report exploring the experiences of BME service users navigating the mental health system.

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Call us

Support Line 0800 980 7475

Monday to Friday, 3–6pm

Croydon Service 020 7154 1040

Merton Service 020 7154 1040

Sutton Service 020 7154 1040