ABOUT
It Takes a Village is a community-led project supporting children, young people, and families in Kensington & Chelsea to feel safe, supported, and able to thrive. The project brings together youth organisations, schools, community groups, parents, and the local council to reduce the risks of serious youth violence and exploitation and to increase the opportunities and positive pathways available to young people.
We believe that everyone in a young person’s life has a role to play in creating safety, connection, and belonging. When the community works together, we create stronger foundations and brighter futures.
ITAV Report
The ‘It Takes A Village’ project was initiated in response to community concerns about a rise in serious youth crime and exploitation (SYVE) incidents following the Covid-19 lock downs (March 2020 - December 2021). The project reflects RBKC and the Safer K&C partnership’s commitment to community-led approaches to SYVE reduction and ensures young people, residents and frontline workers have a direct role in shaping services.
ITAV Toolkit
This toolkit was developed through conversations with
youth workers working across the Royal Borough of
Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC).
The practitioners who contributed bring a wide range of
experience: community youth work, school and PRU
settings, violence prevention, specialist provision, frontline
delivery, and leadership roles. Some are early in their
careers. Others have been working with young people for
decades.
Despite these differences, they spoke about working with
young people experiencing serious youth violence and
exploitation (SYVE) in similar ways.
This toolkit offers frontline practitioners working in the
community a space for reflection, shared learning, and
support in navigating complex situations
Support and Resources
Our Partners
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Progressay
Progressay Impact CIC was set up by local teachers in the aftermath of the tragic Grenfell fire to help support disadvantaged people from Kensington and Chelsea.
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Mo1 Youths Charity
A youth service supporting disadvantaged young people facing adversity through sports, mentoring, and holiday activities. Providing 1:1 support for Not in Education Employment or Training for youths struggling with complex difficulties. Support with CV Writing, Jobs, apprenticeships and training applications. Providing a Study Support Group with fully qualified teachers who have experience working with neurodivse students.
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Nxt Generation
Providing the next generation with the mentorship, skills, encouragement, confidence and networks to pursue their dreams
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Fit For Life Youth
Fit For Life Youth empowers children, young people, and families in Kensington and Chelsea through inclusive, accessible sports, fitness, and mentoring.
SERVICE MAP
We created the SYVE services map to make support easier to find, understand and access.
The map brings together trusted local organisations, projects and statutory partners into one clear, accessible place. It is designed to reduce confusion, strengthen referrals and ensure that no young person falls through the gaps simply because they did not know where to turn.
By increasing visibility of the support that already exists across our borough, it helps youth workers, schools, community leaders and families to act earlier and more confidently.
When we can see the whole village, we can work together more effectively to keep young people safe and supported.
