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We are an innovative Greater Manchester mental health charity working with young people 11 – 25. Our services include counselling, individual support, projects, a dedicated schools service and a growing creative programme and arts space, The Horsfall.
25/02/2026
RAYS next group intake is opening to start in June ✨
And is a space to feel seen, heard and held. A space where you can share your thoughts and experiences with people who get it.
If you’re a young Black or Black heritage woman (inclusive of trans Black women and non-binary young people), aged 18–25, this is may be for you.
🤎 Mondays, 5.15–7.15pm
🖤 In person at 42nd Street
At RAYS, joy and representation are at the forefront. Together, you’ll explore your voice, build confidence, connect through creative activities and conversations, and grow alongside a powerful sisterhood of like-minded women. Expect peer support, culture, social action, opportunities beyond the group – and space to have fun.
“Rays offers multiple opportunities to learn new things, meet new people and a way to learn about yourself, culture and background.”
From intimate conversation and group activities to exhibitions and anti-racism projects, RAYS members have created work that reaches far beyond the room.
If you are interested in joining please sign up here:
https://www.42ndstreet.org.uk/event-listing/rays-young-black-women-s-group/
Please share with young people you think will be interested in Rays.
24/02/2026
JET42's next cycle starts in June, and you can express your interest now.
JET42 is our weekly peer support space for young Black and mixed-race men (16–25) to explore and strengthen their mental health and emotional wellbeing together.
🖤 Wednesdays, 5–7pm
🖤 6–8 week cycles (with a 1-week break)
🖤 At 42nd Street Group Space
🖤 Up to 16 spaces
Facilitated by Eric Thompson and Samson Owolabi, our Black male practitioners, JET42 is a powerful, supportive and non-judgmental space to be seen, heard and understood. Through honest conversations and creative activities, you’ll build healthy coping tools, boost your confidence and develop skills in public speaking and advocacy.
This group is for us, by us.
“Jet 42 offers peer-to-peer conversation… a way to learn about yourself, culture and background.”
“It’s a space to be seen, heard and felt… we can all share experiences without judgment.”
“[Jet 42] helps us reinforce positivity in our life and provides us an opportunity to empathise with other young black people that may go through the same struggles.”
Mental health is about having the tools to support yourself daily and you don’t have to build those tools alone.
Beyond the group, there are opportunities for friendships, skills development, social action and justice networks - including podcast projects created by JET42 members.
To join express your interest here:
https://www.42ndstreet.org.uk/event-listing/jet42/
For more information email
[email protected]
or [email protected]
16/02/2026
Change Ambassadors – Now Recruiting (14–25)
Are you passionate about using your voice to create positive change? 💬✨
At 42nd Street, we believe young people should be part of the conversations that shape their lives - especially when it comes to mental health and the issues that impact our communities.
From 18th Feb we’re recruiting new Change Ambassadors to join session from April.
🗓 Wednesdays, 4.30-6.30pm
📍 The Horsfall (ground floor)
This is a space for young people (14–25) who care about social issues, want to tackle barriers, and are ready to build confidence, skills and friendships along the way.
As a Change Ambassador you can:
✨ Run campaigns on issues that matter to young people
🎙 Develop skills in research, podcasting & public speaking
🗣 Speak at events and conferences (with our support)
🤝 Shape and improve 42nd Street’s services
💡 Influence local, regional & national conversations
Social action can be powerful for your mental health - connecting with others, feeling heard and making a difference can change how you see yourself and your city.
If you’re ready to be part of a compassionate, authentic group of young people creating change in Manchester, we’d love to hear from you.
🔗 Sign up at https://www.42ndstreet.org.uk/event-listing/change-ambassadors/
10/02/2026
A big thank you to SEFE Energy UK for supporting our work with a book exchange and bake sale. 📚 🧁 Every donation helps us make a difference in the lives of young people in Greater Manchester! 👏 Thank you!
SEFE Fundraiser for 42nd Street - Supporting Young People Under Stress Help Sanjna Suryavanshi raise money to support 42nd Street - Supporting Young People Under Stress
10/02/2026
THIS IS MY PLACE 💛
Where do you feel safe, joyful, understood, or like you belong?
What spaces and places in Greater Manchester support your mental health and wellbeing?
To mark Children’s and Young People’s Mental Health Week and this year’s theme ‘This Is My Place’, we’re inviting young people to creatively share the places that matter to you - big or small.
It could be:
• A place to unwind or feel understood
• Somewhere you create, connect, move, learn, or just be
• Or even a place you wish you could access but don’t feel able
You can take part on your own or with others by sending:
• A photo, artwork* or short video with a quote
• A poem or reflection - written or as a voice note
Selected contributions will be shared online and during The Future Is Ours Festival and symposium at The Horsfall, 42nd Street’s art gallery and creative space for young people.
📩 Send to [email protected]
🗓 Closing date: 20 March 2026
*For physical artwork, please send a photo to the email above and get in touch to arrange drop-off.
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