# Keep It 100 Youth CIC

> Enhancing positive choices by young people


## Posts

- [Oscar Meades](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/oscar-meades/): As part of his award package Oscar was provided with a logo designer who was commissioned by Keep It 100 to work with Oscar. Oscar now has branding which represents his influence of Lana Del Ray and the depth of colour which his music represents. Additionally the organisation have supported Oscar Ito become registered with PRS as a musician.
- [DJ Ben](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/dj-ben/): As part of his DJ prize package Ben was given a weekly radio show which we secured through a partnership with Chelmsford Community Radio. Ben continues with his Monday morning weekly show, and we’re big fans. Recently Ben has been interviewing guests and it certainly brightens up our mornings! Ben’s Mentoring is steered towards learning production techniques, skills, tools and selling platforms when he is ready to release. We’re looking forward to the next Mentoring session to hear what he has created!
- [Appointment of new Director](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/appointment-of-new-director/): We are delighted to welcome onboard friend and ambassador of the organisation to a new role as Director. Gary Hutton is an award winning documentary maker on knife crime who was recently awarded The Freedom of The City of London for his work steering young people away from poverty based exploitation for the past two decades in London. Gary has been behind the scenes of the organisation for sometime now, so it made sense for him to take a lead role as a Director. Gary’s life has been catastrophically affected by violence, he was first stabbed aged 10 years old, […]
- [Photography workshop with Mauro Cararro](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/photography-workshop-with-mauro-cararro/): Photography workshop with Mauro Cararro. The event was free to attend and fully booked, and provided under 25’s with the opportunity to learn skills from a Master of their trade! Mauro has photographed everyone from her late Majesty The Queen, David Bowie, front covers of magazines the world over. The free to attend event included a location shoot for attendees and in true Mauro style each attendee was ‘papped’ during their time on location. The organisation will be holding more of these workshops and opening up opportunities to schools and colleges, to raise aspirations of young people and provide skills […]
- [Youth Voices](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/youth-voices/): The organisation was invited to youth voices to listen to concerns of young people about crime and gather data and offer participation for upcoming knife angel legacy from young people in attendance.
- [Living room project](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/living-room-project/): As part of Culture Chelmsford’s Number 11, Living room project, the organisation were provided with a space and small budget for a cultural activity. We commissioned Oscar to perform.
- [Rt Hon Priti Patel MP highlighting the organisations work.](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/rt-hon-priti-patel-mp-highlighting-the-organisations-work/)
- [The High Sheriff of Essex](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/the-high-sheriff-of-essex/): The Organisations partnership work with Chelmsford CVS has been recognised with an Award from The High Sheriff of Essex, Nicholas Alston. for our joint work on Knife Angel legacy projects. The Keep It 100 amnesty bins were located and designed around our 12 month research project with young people and we worked to secure two locations based on those findings collected in excess of 600 weapons in 15 months. We were proud and honoured to receive this prestigious Award at a wonderful evening hosted by Essex Community Foundation.
- [Congrats to Clodagh](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/congrats-to-clodagh/): Congrats to Clodagh for her beautiful flag and for making the City’s news! To read the full article pop to our News and media page.
- [Chelmsford amnesty bins](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/chelmsford-amnesty-bins/): As part of the Knife Angel visit, a legacy is the Keep It 100 Chelmsford amnesty bins. These were recently cleared as part of Essex Police bins collection. The bins are well used and taking potential lethal blades away form the streets of Chelmsford permanently. Thank you to Chelmsford City Council and Essex Police for your support with the Keep It 100 Amnesty bins. We are expecting to place more of these in the City. Subscribe to our newsletter to be kept updated!
- [Alan Savill has left his role as Director](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/alan-savill-has-left-his-role-as-director/): Alan Savill has left his role as Director to concentrate on his own festivals. We wish him the very best of luck.
- [Luisa Di Marco wins prestigious recognition](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/luisa-di-marco-wins-prestigious-recognition/): Keep it 100 Founder Luisa Di Marco wins prestigious recognition for securing The Knife Angel visit to Chelmsford. She was highly commended in The Pride of Essex Awards, Ultimate Category.
- [Freya Lees exhibition launch film](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/freya-lees-exhibition-launch-film/): Freya Lees exhibition launch film. Directed and edited by Film Award winner, Lewis Newman © Keep It 100 Youth CIC.
- [Trademark approved!](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/trademark-approved/): Trademark approved! As part of the Knife Angel legacy we are campaigning to have a National vigil for lives lost to Youth Violence. Whilst all lives lost are important, this initiative is designed to focus on the roots of violence. Childhood trauma is the root cause of most violent acts, and many violent perpetrators who offend in adulthood have a root cause of youth violence. We are delighted to have secured a trademark protection – the first National Vigil took place on September 25th, 2021. Wh we developedilsing this initiative we were not aware the in America the National day […]
- [Chelmsford CVS C100 silk flag project](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/chelmsford-cvs-c100-silk-flag-project/): Chelmsford CVS C100 silk flag project is a stunning creative project celebrating Chelmsford. The project was supported by Kinetika and Keep It 100 Youth CIC were delighted to have been asked if we would like ten flags for our young people to design. We provided opportunity to KI100 young artists and invited Youth Group Chelmsford Juniors Chess, Chelmsford Drama Centre, YMCA and North Avenue Youth Group to be involved due to their roles in The Knife Angel visit. some from The Knife Angel Chelmsford visit toAt the year anniversary of The Knife Angel our young artists and contributors who designed […]
- [Unveiling of drawing for permanent anti](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/unveiling-of-drawing-for-permanent-anti/): Unveiling of drawing for permanent anti – violence education statue for Chelmsford, on the first year anniversary of the organisation delivering the Knife Angel to Chelmsford. Co designed by Knife Angel Artist Alfie Bradley and Luisa Di Marco for a permanent statue as a place of education for Essex against violence . The statue has received funding via Keep It 100 National Lottery Funding support and will reflect the Knife Angel Chelmsford vigil containing elements intended to keep the powerful event at the forefront of our Community’s mind. Supported by Chelmsford CVS and Chelmsford City Council Safer Partnership, the drawing […]
- [Freya Lees is now a published photographer!](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/freya-lees-is-now-a-published-photographer/): Freya Lees is now a published photographer! Freya receives accreditation in leading international hair magazine Tribu-te. A social black hair edition, as part of her Awards prize package this paid work was a BST photographer assisting Mauro Carraro. See the full shoot and Freya’s back of shoot images here.
- [Lyricist Award winner Oscar Meades](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/lyricist-award-winner-oscar-meades/): Lyricist Award winner Oscar Meades is continuing his work in the studio working with his Mentors MC Bushkin of Heartless Crew and Sweet P. As part of his prize package he will be releasing an album of his work.
- [Keep It 100 DJ Award winner](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/keep-it-100-dj-award-winner/): Keep It 100 DJ Award winner has playing a guest mix on Heartless Crews’s 1Xtra show as part of his Award prize package.
- [Knife Angel Chelmsford](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/knife-angel-chelmsford/): Keep It 100 Founder’s Luisa Di Marco receives recognition for bringing the Knife Angel to Chelmsford and her continued contribution to supporting the community of Essex against youth violence and exploitation. The High Sheriff of essex, Nicholas Alston presented The High Sheriffs Award to Luisa and in receiving the award she was surprised and said of being recognised “I do what I can to make our community safer because I don’t want anyone enduring the inhumanity of exploitation and violence that I have, to be recognised for my contribution is humbling. Thank you”.
- [Freya Lees exhibition launch](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/freya-lees-exhibition-launch/): Keep it 100 photography award winner Freya Lees exhibition launch Freya won the inaugural Keep IT 100 photography Award. As well as receiving paid work opportunity she was Mentored by Mauro Carraro. As part of this prize package, priori to releasing Awards, Keep It 100 worked with Hylands House in Chelmsford to secure an exhibition space for the category winner for 3 months. Freya shone! Credit: Mauro Carraro © Keep it 100 Youth CIC
- [BBC Radio 1Xtra Mix 3/4/22 (Ben Collinson)](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/bbc-radio-1xtra-mix-3-4-22-ben-collinson/): Ben Collinson · BBC Radio 1Xtra Mix 3/4/22 (Ben Collinson)
- [APPOINTMENT OF 2 DIRECTORS](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/appointment-of-2-directors/): Through The Chelmsford Knife Angel visit we had the pleasure of meeting Alan Savill, and subsequently he has been appointed as Director to oversee our Keep It 100 Festival. The Festival was originally set to take place in September 2020 at Chelmsford’s Central Park, due to the pandemic it was postponed. Alan’s wealth of experience with Festival organisation is a welcome addition to the Keep It 100 board and we look forward to the first 100 Fest in 2024. Welcome Alan! Mads Bowden has been appointed as a youth advisors to the board. As a young person within the community […]
- [CHECK THE LOGO!](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/check-the-logo/): DJ AWARD WINNER BEN COLLINSON WAS PROVIDED THE OPPORTUNITY TO WORK WITH THE KI100 TEAM AND A PROFESSIONAL DESIGNER TO CREATE HIS BRANDING LOGO. PART OF THE AWARD WINNERS PRIZE PACKAGE INCLUDES A PAID FOR LOGO DESIGN. IF YOU WANT TO KEEP UP TO DATE WITH OUR NEXT AWARDS SIGN UP TO OUR MAIING LIST TO BE KEPT UPDATED!
- [Founder of Keep It 100 Youth CIC meets Rt Honourable Priti Patel MP](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/founder-of-keep-it-100-youth-cic-meets-rt-honourable-priti-patel-mp/): Founder of Keep It 100 Youth CIC meets Rt Honourable Priti Patel MP to discuss a day of remembrance for victims of youth violence. Following the Knife Angel Chelmsford vigil which was used to focus on youth violence which Luisa discovered there was no such day, Keep It 100 Youth CIC are leading the way in gathering support to get this scourge on society highlighted in a national day. As a survivor of extensive violence which began as a young person, Luisa is passionate about the difference conversations around youth violence can make. Read more on the meeting on Priti […]
- [Keep It 100 inaugural Awards in partnership](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/keep-it-100-inaugural-awards-in-partnership/): Keep It 100 inaugural Awards in partnership. A free Awards for Under 25’s who live, work or study in Essex. Held at Hotbox in Chelmsford, they were scheduled to be held at Chelmsford Theatre but a last minute change due to the influx of votes and high level of talent meant delaying the Awards event and a change of venue. The Awards were hosted by Chelmsford City Council Cultural Team Manager, Marc De’Ath, and Chelmsford Community Radio presenter Michelle Durant.
- [Chelmsford Theatre](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/chelmsford-theatre/): As part of the Knife Angel visit, Chelmsford Theatres designed an adaptation of Shakespeares play Romeo for Juliet, Directed by Mike Dodds. In synergy with the ethics of Keep It 100 Youth CIC he initiative was designed to provide young actors from across Essex with paid opportunity and support with their career pathways. The adaptation was focused on contemporary gang culture, with the Blood on your hands trainers initiative from Keep It 100 promo video. Many hundreds attended over the 5 day period enjoyed the free events in central Park Chelmsford. The performances took place at the plinth of the […]
- [Knife Angel Vigil](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/knife-angel-vigil/): A vigil was held at the Knife Angel to remember lives lost to youth violence. Guest speakers Stuart Newton and Eugene Scardifield were able to attend thanks to funding from Essex Violence and Vulnerability unit. Keep It 100 designed and arranged the event with support from Chelmsford CVS and Chelmsford Theatres team, The event was designed to centre around young people and a’ circle of light’ was designed to involve 42 young people from across Essex with white hoodies representing positivity and hope.

## Pages

- [Team](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/team/): Luisa Di Marco LLB (Hons) Luisa is the founder of Keep It 100 Youth CIC, her experience as an exploited young person drives the organisation, her passion for social justice underpinned by her creative ability provides for the strategic creative solutions to youth violence and creating platforms for empowerment.  Joy Farrukh Grammy nominated songwriter Joy Farrukh. guides on the mentoring element of the organisation.  Luisa Di Marco LLP (Hons)
- [Gymnastics](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/gymnastics/): Blackwater gymnastics club Address: Tollesbury Rd, Tolleshunt D’Arcy, Maldon Website: Click here   Carousel gymnastics club (Rochford group) Address: 10 Purdeys Way, Rochford, SS4 1NE Website: Click here   Carousel gymnastics club (Wickford group) Address: Unit 2A Byron Works, Russell Gardens, Wickford, SS11 8DN Website: Click here   Catleaps gymnastics club Address: Robert Clack Leisure Centre, Gosfield Road, Dagenham, RM8 1DN Website: Click here   Celebrate gymnastics club Address: Unit 6 Barleylands Farm, Barleylands Road, Billericay,  CM11 2UD Website: Click here Chelmsford gymnastics club Address: Unit 13 Tattersall Way, Widford Industrial Estate, Chelmsford, CM1 3UB Website: Click here   East Anglia Gymnastics Address: Three different locations in Chelmsford […]
- [Dance](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/dance/): Bam Bam Boogies Address: Chelmsford Website: Click here   ID Dance Academy Address: ID Studios, 35-37 EAastern Esplanade , Canvey Island,  Website: Click here
- [Interactive youth map](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/interactive-youth-map/)
- [Timeline for Knife Angel Chelmsford visit](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/knife-angel-chelmsford-timeline/): March 19th 2019 The Founder of the organisation approached knife Angel Artist Alfie Bradley to discuss a sculpture to address youth violence in Essex. November 2019 A meeting underpinned by introducing the organisation to members of cabinet and other Chelmsford City Council Councillors and officers .  The meeting included a proposal by the organisation to bring the Knife Angel to Chelmsford.  January 2020 A successful application to Essex violence and vulnerability for a youth event was made by the organisation, due to the pandemic the funding was diverted to the Knife angel vigil. Due to the embyonic nature of the […]
- [Clacton knife bin](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/clacton-knife-bin/)
- [Canvey Island bin](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/canvey-island-bin/)
- [Colchester knife bin](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/colchester-knife-bin/)
- [Grays knife bin](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/grays-knife-bin/)
- [Staying safe online](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/staying-safe-online/)
- [Mental health support](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/mental-health-support/): If your are at risk of serious harm or causing serious harm to someone else dial 999   CALM ( CAMPAIGN AGAINST LIVING MISERABLY) for all men under 45   CHILDLINE    KOOTH UNDER 18’S CHAT ROOM   Music Minds Matter (for music industry performers and workers struggling with mental ill health) Address: National Website: Click here   PAPYRUS IS FOR UNDER 35’S BATTLING WITH SUICIDAL THOUGHTS SHOUT CRISIS TEXT ANY AGE 24 HOURS A DAY YOUNG MINDS FOR UNDER 18’S. TEXT SUPPORT AVAILABLE 24 HOURS A DAY  
- [Creative industry support](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/creative-industry-support/): Bectu Address: National Website: Click here   Black Lives in Music Address: National Website: Click here   EQUITY Address: National Website: Click here   Independent Society of Musicians ( includes legal and tax advice for musicians) Address: National Website: Click here
- [Positive inclusion options](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/positive-inclusion-options/)
- [Safety tips and apps](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/safety-tips-and-apps/): If you are looking to browsethe internet for support with negative issues and you feel scared your browsin history may be seen, you can privately browse (including this website) the options are: ANDROID PHONE / TABLET PRIVATE BROWSE Open CHROME APP > To the right of the address bar, tap MORE > New INCOGNITO TAB > A new window will appears > In the top left, check for the INCOGNITO ICON   Iphone / I-watch iPad  Open safari > Tap the NEW PAGE option > select PRIVATE > Select DONE   
- [Networking | Authentic positive inclusion](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/networking/): A key element to support youth voices and develop authentic opportunity is the provision of organic networking opportunities for young people. Events the organisation hosts or are invited to attend, are strategised to develop authentic empowerment with peers, community leaders , media providers and the organisations creative industry influencers. The  underpinning objectives include boosting young peoples confidence, being valued as well as providing insight as to how the organisation and wider community might better enhance young people’s aspirations and positive inclusion. 
- [National vigil of remembrance for lives lost to youth violence timeline](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/national-vigil-of-remembrance-for-lives-lost-to-youth-violence-timeline/): November 2019 As part of the commitment to hosting Knife Angel, the obligation to hold a vigil was overseen in the early days of planning.   March 2021 During preparation for initial media release for The Knife Angel visit to Chelmsford, it was established there was no day to highlight national awareness on the issue of Youth Violence    March 2021 National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Youth Violence initiative was borne   April 2021 Knife Angel Chelmsford vigil approved by Chelmsford City Council to include the the statue lit as purple in recognition of lives lost and the […]
- [Rugby](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/rugby/): Harlow Youth Rubgy Address: Latton Park, Howard Way, Harlow, Essex CM20 3FD Website: Click here   Westcliff Youth Rugby Address: Cherry Orchard Way, Rochford,  SS4 1YG Website: Click here  
- [Feathers workshops for 'I am love'](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/feathers-workshops-for-i-am-love/)
- [Branding](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/branding/)
- [Workshops and mentoring](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/workshops/): As part of the organisations constitution the workshops were n underpinning key feature of the vision for driving change for creative opportunity. . Facilitators include the Founders own mentor as a young person, photographer Mauro Carraro.  The model was devised by the Founder based upon lived experience as a young vulnerable woman and the positive element of embracing creativity, guided by mentors as young and vulnerable individual.  Workshops Live performance mentoring Online mentoring Workshops | Songwriting Workshops | Performance Studio mentoring
- [Timeline for 'I am love' statue for education on youth violence](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/timeline-for-i-am-love-statue-for-education-on-youth-violence/):   March 2019 Having long thought about how amnesty knives may be used in a positive way to engage young people with difficulties to have productive conversations, Luisa Di Marco discovered the existence of the Knife Angel and initiated contact with the artist Alfie Bradley.     November 2019 Conversations began between the organisations founder and The British Ironworks Centre regarding the possibility of bringing the nationally touring monument to Essex.     January 8th 2020 An application to the registrar of Companies House was submitted to form Keep It 100 YouthCIC as a not for profit voluntary organisation. A […]
- [Keep It 100 Amnesty Bins](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/keep-it-100-amnesty-bins/):   In 2019, as part of the preparation for the organisations constitution and operative provisions, extensive research was undertaken, including site visits to amnesty bins locations, and consultation with young people regarding use of amnesty bins. Research determined aspects including height, location and design we key features to encourage deposits. The ibns have received over 1200 deposits since being placed in Chelmsford City, in 2021.
- [Creative pathways support](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/creative-pathways-support/): BRANDING | PROFESSIONAL IDENTITY  Innovative programmes include supporting young people with brand identity, including professional logo designs, supported by the organisation and a professional designer to play and active role in their design. CREATIVE INDUSTRY BUSINESS SUPPORT Business administration and core skills, including invoicing, time management, quantifying pricing for quotes and registration with industry bodies to protect  IP and business interests EXHIBITIONS | SHOWCASING Opportunities for young creatives to show their work and be recognised via partnerships, to support  portfolio content and developing key organisation and practical skills for a successful creative career. LIVED AND PAID EXPERIENCE   The organisations […]
- [Wrokshop and mentoring gallery](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/wrokshop-and-mentoring-gallery/)
- [Published work gallery](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/published-work/)
- [Exhibiting and showcasing support](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/exhibition-and-showcasing-opportunities/)
- [Media opportunities](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/media-opportunities/)
- [Lived and paid experience gallery](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/lived-and-paid-experience-gallery/)
- [Youth groups ( supportive )](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/youth-groups-supportive/): MOYOTAS Supporting; Neurodiversity Address: Highcliffe Road ,Wickford, SS11 8JP Website: Click here
- [I am love FAQ's](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/i-am-love-faqs/): Why is it named ‘I am love’ ? It is named after Keep It 100 Youth CIC Ambassador and Mentor, previously Grammy nominated Joy Farrukh’s Composition ‘I am love’. Following Joy’s powerful performance at the Knife Angel Chelmsford vigil on September 25th, 2021. The song reflects the ethos of Keep It 100 Youth CIC, whereby making positive choices can empower love within us.   What does it represent ? A heart represents life and love. Feathers symbolise honour, unity, freedom and strength in numbers   Who is the Artist ? The sculpture is a collaborative piece by Knife Angel Artist […]
- [Golf](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/golf/):   Burnham-on-Crouch Golf Club Address: Ferry Road Burnham on Crouch Essex CM0 8PQ Website: Click here   Colchester Golf Club Address: 21, Braiswick, Colchester, CO4 5AU Website: Click here   Colne Valley Golf Club Address: Station Road, Earls Colne, Colchester, CO6 2LT Website: Click here   Crondon Park Golf Club Address: Stock Road, Stock, CM4 9DP Website: Click here   Langdon Hills Golf and Country Club Address: Lower Dunton Road, Bulphan, Upminster, RM14 3TY Website: Click here   Little Channels Address: Back Lane, Little Waltham, Chelmsford, CM3 3PR Website: Click here   The Essex Golf and Country Club Address: Earls Colne, […]
- [Support for homeless young people](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/support-for-homeless-young-people/): Support for homeless young people   Braintree Foyer Address: St Michael’s Rd, Braintree, CM7 1EX Website: Click here   Centrepoint Address: National  Website: Click here   Childline Address: National  Website: Click here   De Paul Address: National  Website: Click here   Groundswell Address: National Website: Click here   Runaway Helpline Address: National  Website: Click here   YMCA (Homeless in Brentwood) Address: 29 Rush Green Road, Romford, RM7 0PH. Website: Click here   YMCA (Homeless in Colchester) Website: Click here
- [Youth group ( specialist)](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/youth-group-specialist/):   Action for family carers (Young carers) Address: 2 Wych Elm, Harlow, CM20 1QP Website: Click here   Action for family carers Youth Group (Young Carers)  Address: Brickhouse Farm Community Centre, Poulton close, Maldon, CM9 6NG Website: Click here   Action for family carers (Young Carers) Address: Stanway Youth Centre, Colchester,  Website: Click here   Gateway Juniors Youth club by MENCAP  (Learning Disabilities) Address:  56 Mildmay Road, Chelmsford, CM2 0DZ Website: Click here   Hadleigh Youth Group (SEN) Address: The King John School, Shipwrights Drive, Hadleigh, Benfleet, SS7 1RQ Website:Click here   InterAct Coz Club (SEND) Address: Galleywood Youth Centre Watchouse Road Chelmsford CM2 8PT Website: Click here InterAct […]
- [RUNNING](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/running/): Chelmsford Junior Parkrun  Website: Click here   Cheshunt Junior Park Run Website: Click here
- [Bereavement support for young people](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/bereavement-support-for-young-people/): Care for the family Address: Nationwide Website: Click here   Child bereavement UK Address: National Website: Click here   Childline Address: National Website: Click here   Cruse Address: Nationwide Website: Click here   Farleigh Hospice Address Court Road, Broomfield, Chelmsford, CM1 7FH Website: Click here   St Clares Hospice Address: Hare street youth centre, Harberts Rd, Harlow, CM19 4AY Website: Click here   Winstons wish Address: Nationwide Website: Click here
- [SCOUT GROUPS](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/scout-groups/): 4th Brightlingsea Scout Group Address: Lower Park Road Playing Field, Brightlingsea Colchester, C07 OJX Website: Click here   9th Basildon Scouts Address: 1 Clayburn Cir, Basildon SS14 1QA Website: Click here   1st Pitsea & Vange Scout Group Address: Riverton Hall, Bardfield, Vange, Basildon SS16 4JW Website:  Click here   15th Basildon Scouts Address: Holden Gardens, Basildon SS14 3LF Website: Click here   11th Basildon Scouts Address: SS15 5LS Website: Click here   1st Wickford Scout Group Address: 118 Elder Ave, Wickford SS12 0LT Website: Click here   Kelvedon & Feering Scout HQ Address: St Mary’s Road, Kelvedon, Colchester, CO5 9DN Website: Click here   4th Thundersley Scout Group Address: Kennington Ave, South […]
- [Army Cadets](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/army-cadets/): Basildon Army Cadets Address: Cherrydown, Basildon, SS16 5AN Website: Click here   Billericay Army Cadets Address: Laindon Road Billericay Essex CM12 9LL Website: click here   Blackheath Army cadets Address: Circular Road East , Colchester,  CO2 7SZ Website: Click here   Braintree Army Cadets Address: Mountbatten Rd Braintree Essex CM7 9EY Website: Click here   Brentwood Army Cadets Address: Rose Valley, Brentwood, CM14 4XF Website: Click here   Canvey Island Army cadets Address: Runnymede Road, Canvey Island, SS8 0EF Website: Click here   Clacton Army cadets Address: Valley Road ,Clacton on Sea, CO15 4AR Website: Click here   Dovercourt Army Cadets Address: Barracks Field, Dovercourt, Essex, CO12 3NS Website: Click here   Dunmow Army cadets Address: High St […]
- [Police Cadet Groups In Essex](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/police-cadet-groups-in-essex/): Braintree Police Cadets Address: Blyth’s Meadow, Braintree , CM7 3DJ Website: Click here   Brentwood Police Cadets Address: Brentwood County high school,Shenfield Common, Seven Arches Rd, Brentwood, CM14 4JF Website: Click here   Castlepoint & Rochford Volunteer Police Cadets Address: Fitzwimark School, Hockley Road, Rayleigh, SS6 8EB Website: Click here   Chelmsford Volunteer Police Cadets Address: Essex Police Museum Essex Police Headquarters, Springfield, Chelmsford CM2 6DN Website: Click here   Clacton Volunteer Police Cadets Address: 180 Old Rd, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 3AY Website: Click here   Colchester Police Cadets Address: Colchester Town House, 39-42 East Stockwell street, Colchester, CO11SS Website: Click here   Harlow Volunteer Police Cadets Address: St Marks, West Essex Catholic School, […]
- [Youth football clubs Essex](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/youth-football-clubs-essex/):   A1 Sports Youth Football Club Address: Lakeside Sports Ground, Arterial Road Thurrock, RM20 2ZQ Website: Click here   Academy Soccer Y F C Address: Old London Road, Wickford, SS11 8SG Website: Click here   Alresford Colne Rangers Youth Football Club Address: Ford Lane, Alresford, Essex, CO7 8AT Website: Click here   Ashingdon Youth Football Club Address: Cherry Orchard Lane, Rochford, SS4 1PP Website: Click here Female futsal Essex (Colchester) Address: Stanway School Sports Hall, Winstree Rd, Colchester CO3 0QA Website: Click here   Baddow Spartak Football Club Address: Baddow Spartak FC, Woodhill, Sandon, Chelmsford, CM2 7SQ Website: Click here   Ballers Youth Football Club Address: Fambridge Road, […]
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- [Knife angel photography competition](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/knife-angel-photography-competition/): The knife Angel Chelmsford legacy Keep It 100 Awards Keep It 100 youth CIC Creative engagement opportunities for Under 25’s in Essex with grassroots organisations’ partnerships Workshops Supporting other cities- we attended meetings with London Borough of Havering & Southend City Council to provide them with details of our experience and partnership strategy for Knife Angel Chelmsford visits. We are keeping our eyes peeled for their visits! National day of remembrance for victims of youth violence
- [Becoming an ambassador](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/knife-angel-chelmsford-ambassador/): Becoming an ambassador Tackling youth & street violence including weapon & knife crime is going to take all of us, and we need your help! Every location hosting the Knife Angel invites young people to get involved by becoming an anti-violence ambassador and it couldn’t be simpler. All you need to do is to leave us a few details to add your name to the list of people in our county who are pledging to reject violence and aggression. You can do this as part of a school workshop, while you’re attending a Knife Angel event, or via our KI💯 […]
- [What is the knife angel](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/what-is-the-knife-angel/): WHAT IS THE KNIFE ANGEL The Knife Angel is an imposing 27 ft sculpture made from 100,000 confiscated or surrendered weapons, including blunted flick knives, kitchen knives and even samurai swords. It was created by The British Ironwork Centre and artist Alfie Bradley to make a difference – a powerful piece of art with a purpose.  The sculpture took several years to make, with blades collected from British Iron Works knife banks, which were sent out to constabularies across the country.Artist Alfie Bradley made the basic shape of the Knife Angel out of steel and then he set to work […]
- [Positive youth culture](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/positive-youth-culture/):   Using the Knife Angel Chelmsford visit to embrace the many positive aspects of  2020’s  Youth Culture Each location has its own special way of marking the Knife Angel’s appearance and here in Chelmsford, we’ll be using this visit to celebrate positive youth culture. Knife amnesties and education are all part of the Knife Angel’s message, but we also want to empower young people to make better choices long before they might even consider picking up a weapon. Keep It 100 Youth CIC secured the Angel to visit as a means of empowering conversations around 2020s youth culture. Carrying a knife […]
- [Victim of crime](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/victim-of-crime/): KNIFECRIMES.ORG FOR FAMILY OF VIOLENT CRIME VICTIMS SAMM ( Support after Murder or Manslaughter) YOU&CO SUPPORT FOR YOUTH AFTER BEING A VICTIM OF CRIME VICTIM SUPPORT are an Independent Charity. You do not need to have reported your experience to the Police to approach Victim Support. They can help you with details of your options going forward.
- [Student Wellbeing](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/student-wellbeing/): STUDENT TO STUDENT MENTORING & SUPPORT | STUDY RELATED MENTAL HEALTH
- [Stalking](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/stalking/): Suzy Lamplugh TRUST 
- [Radicalisation Terrorism](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/radicalisation-terrorism/): Act early
- [Runaways](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/runaways/): RUNAWAY HELPLINE is for UNDER 18’s completely anonymous and secure and if nothing else, you can let someone know you haven’t come to harm. MISSING PERSONS is for any age
- [Eating Disorders](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/eating-disorders/): BEAT is for support with eating disorders. for all young people incl friends & family & types of eating disorders
- [Domestic Abuse](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/domestic-abuse/): LGBT HONOUR BASED MALE & FEMALE MALE VICTIMS CURRENT OR PAST TEENS AFFECTED BY DV WOMEN & CHILDREN FAMILY & FRIENDS OF MALE DV hestia.org safelives.org.uk nationaldahelpline.org.uk
- [Bullying](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/bullying/):   BULLYING UK | CYBERBULLYING | KIDSCAPE  
- [Addiction](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/addiction/): Cocaine Anonymous Address: Nationwide Website: Click here  urgent support options   EPYDAS (For Under 25’s in Essex whose own substance addiction or a loved ones addiction, is negatively impacting on their lives ) Address: Website: Click here   FRANK (For young people with drug addiction) Address: Nationwide Website: Click here   Marijuana Anonymous Address: N/A ( self empowerment tool ) Website: Click here   SYNERGY ( For alcohol addiction) Address: Nationwide Website: Click here  
- [Absent Parent](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/absent-father/): Dad how do I A youtuber who has raised 2 children – Life hacks for literally everything – whether you are a son or daughter whose Father is absent, this man has the hacks! We’ re liking this Dad chat on Attitude Putting up shelves How to shave Doing a ponytail Wrapping gifts – if you don’t see something on his channel that you would like advice on – you simply ask him what you need help with and he uploads a video. Clearly not a replacement for an absent Father – but a really positive & productive resource for […]
- [Youth Groups](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/youth-groups-things-to-do-for-teens-in-essex-support-services-for-teens-in-essex-support-services-for-young-people-in-essex-help-for-teens-in-essex-helps-for-young-people-in-essex/): YOUTH CLUBS IN ESSEX   4 Youth Centre Youth Club Address: 160 Tower St, Brightlingsea, Colchester, CO7 0AW Website: Click here   Achieve, Thrive, Flourish Youth Club Address: The Hub 324-326 Chartwell Square, Victoria Plaza, Southend on Sea, Essex, SS2 5SP Website: Click here   All Saints Youth Club Address: St John’s Church, High Road, Buckhurst Hill, Essex, IG9 5RX Website: Click here   Bar n’ Bus Detached- King Georges Address: King Georges Playing Field, Rayleigh, SS6 8JD Website: Click here      Bar’n’Bus Address: Waterside Leisure Centre, Somnes Avenue, Canvey Island, SS8 9RA Website: Click here   Berechurch Youth Club Address: Monkwick Scout Hall, Queen Elizabeth Way, Colchester, Website: Click here   […]
- [Support Hubs](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/easy-access-safe-zones/): Bar N Bus Hadleigh, Rayleigh, Leigh on Sea, Benfleet Yellow Door Canvey Island THE BOX Epping UTurn Clacton
- [Martial Arts](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/martial-arts/): Benfleet Muay Thai Address: Unit 2 Green Road, Benfleet,  SS7 5JT Website:  Click here   BKK Muay Thai Address: 1A Spurgeon St, Colchester CO1 2NS Click here   Braintree Shokotan Karate Club Address: Unit 2, 1st Floor, 40-42 Albert Road, Braintree, CM7 3JH Website: Click here    COLCHESTER TAE KWONDO CHELMSFORD CITY MAUY THAI DUNMOW KYOKUSHINKAI KARATE E.K.A Chelmsford FIGHT SPORT UK Harlow JKA KARATE CLUB Colchester KAZEN KAI MARTIAL ARTS West Mersea KINETIC MARTIAL ARTS Chelmsford MERIDIAN KUNG FU Thorpe Bay SOUTHEND COMBAT ACADEMY THE MARTIAL ARTS CENTRE Braintree Urban Combat Address: 38 High St, West Mersea, Mersea CO5 […]
- [Leadership Development](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/leadership-development/): GET SKILLED TO LEAD Make your voice and ideas part of the change, learning the skills to lead with positive & productive initiatives can provide an edge when it comes to securing work, or even funding for your own business. Skills include gaining confidence, organising , listening to – and representing – your peers, teamwork, how policies are formed and implemented, diplomacy and earning respect.   Basildon Youth Council  Website: Click here   Children in care Youth Council Contact: Email    Epping Forest District Youth Council  Website: Click here   Harlow Youth Council Website: Click here   SEND Youth Voice Group […]
- [Tech Skills](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/tech-skills/): Digital game design | Coding| Robotics If you have a love of tech & spend a lot of time on digital outlets – perhaps it’s something you could build on to make money from. It’s a lucrative & rapidly expanding industry, and with some time investment into tech workshops, from the comfort of your own environment, exploring your potential can be easy & hassle free – a positive & productive way to take a break from browsing and gaming, with the possibility of turning your positive outlet into a form of security for your future. We have included Southend Tech […]
- [Chess](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/chess/): Chelmsford Chess Club (accompanied juniors welcome) Address: Hotbox Live, 29 Viaduct Road, Chelmsford CM1 Contact:    Chelmsford Junior chess Club Contact: Email   Colchester Junior Chess Club  Contact: Email  
- [Creative Writing](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/creative-writing/): THE MAN DEN – FOR MALES ONLY
- [Youth boxing clubs in Essex](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/youth-boxing-clubs-in-essex/):   Youth boxing in essex   Billericay and Wickford Boxing Club Address: 7 Heron Avenue, Wickford, Essex SS11 8DL Website: Click here   BKK Fighters Boxing Club Address: 1a Spurgeon Street, Colchester – Essex CO1 2NS Website: Click here   Box 2 Burn Address: Unit 12, Robjohns House, Navigation Road, Chelmsford, CM2 6ND Website: Click here   C.B.K. Boxing Academy Address: Rawreth Lane, Rayleigh SS6 9RL Website: Click here   Canvey ABC Type of Activity: Boxing Address: Charfleets Industrial Estate, Canvey Island SS8 0PN Website: Click here   Centurions ABC Address: Centurions ABC, Corporal Budd Vc Gymnasium, Merville Barracks, Berechurch Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 9RQ Website: Click here     Chadwell St […]
- [Music studios, singing lessons, dj and music lessons for young people in Essex](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/music-studios-singing-lessons-dj-and-music-lessons-for-youth-in-essex/): BLACKWATER CHANNELS Benfleet DAB Chelmsford ( but offer many mastering | production services online) ESSEX RECORDING STUDIOS Chelmsford FULL CIRCLE MUSIC Rettendon PIONEER MUSIC Colchester MANOR STUDIO Braintree  STUDIO 808 Chelmsford
- [Bike Life](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/bike-life/): DIRT TRACK CYCLING | STUNT BIKING | ROAD CYCLING | RACE CYCLING| FREE AND AFFORDABLE RECYCLED BIKES Braintree BMX ( racing track and coaching) Address: 365 Panfield Lane, Braintree, CM7 5BL Website: Click here   Chelmer Cycling Club Address: Meteor Way, Chelmsford, CM1 2RL Website: Click here   Cycle skills circuit Address: Tower Gardens, Admirals Walk, Chelmsford CM1 2XS Website: Click here   Essex Pedal Power ( Provision of free bikes for young people in Clacton and Jaywick ) Address: Unit 8, Jaywick Enterprise Centre, Clacton On Sea, CO15 2LU Website: Click here   Hadleigh MTB ( Racing and Coaching) Address: Hadleigh […]
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- [Support videos for difficult experiences](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/support-videos-for-difficult-experiences/): FEELING SUICIDAL OR LOSING SOMEONE TO SUICIDE HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS SEXUAL EXPLOITATION AND DRUGS WARNING – CONTAINS REFERENCES TO SEX AND DRUGS Sexual exploitation leading to criminal exploitation is an easy trap to fall in. You think you met someone who is older and shows you a ‘ good life’. Money, parties, nice car. Your elders at home are moaning on you, you think they just don’t want to accept you getting older… before you know it, you are in a trap. We think every young person needs to see this. HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS This article discusses toxic people in relationships. Although […]
- [Amnesty bins | knife bins locator](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/bins/): Basildon  Address: Great Oaks (outside police station) SS14 1EJ Pin drop   Braintree Address: Blyth’s Meadow (Outside Police station) CM7 3DJ Pin drop   Brentwood Address: Ingrave Road (outside Town Hall) CM15 8AY Pin drop   Canvey Island Address: Long Road (outside police station) SS8 0JD Pin drop   Chelmsford Address: New Street (outside police station) CM1 1NF Pin drop    Chelmsford ( Keep It 100 Youth CIC) Address: Central Park    Clacton Address: 8, Beatrice Road (outside Police Station) CO15 1ET Pin drop   Colchester Address: 10, Southway (outside Police Station) CO3 3BU Pin drop   Grays Address: Brooke Road […]
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- [Knife Angel Chelmsford](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/knife-angel-chelmsford/): Knife Angel Chelmsford September 6th 2021 The visit was two years in planning and co-ordinating, the Knife Angel was secured by Founder of Keep It 100 Youth CIC Luisa Di Marco “ As an individual whose life has been controlled  by unaddressed youth violence, I am passionate about highlighting the process of exploitation. A life lost or irreversibly destroyed by youth violence is the end of the story. If communities are more aware of youth violence, it will allow us to work together to create better community support for our young people. The route of exploitation is largely misunderstood. By […]
- [Creative Mentors](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/creative-mentors/): ALFIE BRADLEY Knife Angel Artist Alfie Bradley is the organisation Art Mentor. The Art Award winner (by default) is being taught about sculpting. Aside from the Knife Angel, Alfie has created The Spoon Gorilla for Yuri Gellor and multiple other stunning sculptures- additionally Alfie works on street Art and more traditional art pieces. BUSHKIN GRM Legacy Award winning MC Bushkin Mentors The Lyricist Award winner. Member of The Heartless Crew and 1Xtra host Bushkin graces global stages is a true inspiration. GROOVERIDER The pioneering UK Music ‘Godfather’ of music is our organisations DJ Mentor. Teaching from everything to how to […]
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- [Safety & Wellbeing](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/safety-wellbeing/): THE SAFETY & WELLBEING CLICK DIRECTORY CONTAINS TRUSTED SOURCES OF INFORMATION AND SUPPORT FOR THINGS THAT ARE NEGATIVELY AFFECTING YOUNG LIVES. IF THERE IS SOMETHING YOU WOULD LIKE TO EMPOWER YOURSELF AGAINST, WHICH IS NOT LISTED HERE. PLEASE CONTACT US AND WE WILL PROMPTLY ASSISIT IN SOURCING THE RELEVANT SUPPORT FOR YOU. If you are looking to browse the internet for support with negative issues and you feel scared your browsing history may be seen, you can privately browse (including this website) the options are: ANDROID PHONE / TABLET PRIVATE BROWSE Open CHROME APP > To the right of the […]
- [Directory of youth activities and clubs in Essex](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/home-3/): The organisation began collating information of clubs and activities in March 2019 as part of a provision for young people empowering themselves with positive choices, as with all of the organisations projects, youth consultation was undertaken during the development of the site, including consultation with members of Young Essex Assembly in April 2021, facilitated  by Essex Youth Services,  this service has been developed to include an interactive map of youth activities.  See where it began here   DISCLAIMER The organisation does not have affiliation to the listed clubs and acitvities, we simply provide listings. Relevant safety checks are the responsibility […]
- [Media](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/media/): BBC News online. October 2024. Click on image to read article. BBC News online. Click on image to read full article. High Sheriff of Essex Mr David Hurst DL. October 2024. Click on image to read full article. Love your Chelmsford 2024. Click on article to read full report. Bauer media report October 2024. Click on image to open link. February 2022 High Sheriff of Essex Mr Nicholas Alston CBE DL. May 2022. Click image to read full article. Keep It 100 photography Award winner exhibition launch. July 2022. Click on image to open full article. R4J in partnership with […]
- [National vigil for lives lost to youth violence](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/national-vigil-for-lives-lost-to-youth-violence/): National vigil of remembrance for lives lost to youth violence Inspired by the Knife Angel Chelmsford vigil The knife Angel Chelmsford visit which Keep It 100 Youth CIC began arranging in 2019, focussed on all forms of youth violence and exploitation. During the process of organising the vigil, Keep It 100 Youth CIC had sought to promote awareness of any national incentives that existed relating to all forms of youth violence, there was nothing and so the process of creating provision for reflecting on the issue began. The development can be viewed on the facebook page here. Objective To decrease […]
- [Impact](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/gallery/): IMPACT   20,000 website page hits since 2019 1000 amnesty bin deposits 18,000 visitors to Knife Angel Chelmsford    
- [I am love sculpture](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/i-am-love-sculpture/): ‘I AM LOVE’ A social art piece designed with young people as a designated place for education on the harms of youth violence.  TIMELINE The sculpture developed from an underpinning concern for young people’s wellbeing due to the surge in media reports on weapon related crime, underpinned by the intention of contributing towards a solution that might authentically engage young people by sparking difficult conversations. FEATHERS ART The artwork situated at the sculpture site was created by young people across Essex.  UNVEILING The sculpture was unveiled on October 7th 2024. 
- [Recognition](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/recognition/): Instagram Facebook Youtube Recognition of keep it 100 youth cic’s work
- [Our work](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/home-4/): AMNESTY BINS The organisations amnesty bins were placed in Chelmsford City in 2021, as part of the Knife Angel Chelmsford visit, in partnership with Chelmsford City Council and  funded by PFCC.  AMNESTY BIN LOCATION INTERACTIVE MAP As part of the organisations research into youth provision in Essex, whilst updating the website in 2020, following an enquiry to Essex Police a representative confirmed relating  there was no provision of online listings for young people to locate bins and the organisation created the first list, including an interactive map, for young people to discreetly access the locations AWARDS The Keep It 100 […]
- [Home](https://keepit100youthcic.co.uk/): Keep It 100 Youth CIC Empowering Under 25s to Make Positive Choices Keep It 100 is a multi dimensional lifestyle platform underpinned by empowering young people against exploitation and youth violence. The organisations creates opportunities that reflect young peoples aspirations and passions. Whether you’re looking for apprenticeships, mental health support, or creative outlets in music, art or media, we offer tailored resources to help you grow. Run entirely by unpaid volunteers, Keep It 100 champions positive choices and supports young people to overcome the challenges they face in today’s world. With rising concerns around youth violence, exploitation, and mental ill […]
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