Outreach
At Zinc Arts, outreach is at the heart of what we do. We work across Essex with schools, youth services, community groups and local partners to create creative, inclusive and educational opportunities for people of all ages.
Our programmes support people from a wide range of backgrounds, including young people and adults experiencing social isolation, young parents, care leavers, people with disabilities, and those facing barriers to education, employment or community participation.
Through creativity, education and community engagement, we create welcoming spaces where people can build confidence, develop new skills and form meaningful connections.
Youth Clubs & Activities
​
Our project leaders deliver weekly after-school youth clubs in and around Ongar for young people aged 11–16. The clubs provide a safe, welcoming space to meet friends, try new things and get involved in a wide range of activities, including cooking, arts and crafts, sports and creative workshops. Young people can also access one-to-one support from experienced youth workers when they need it.
​
Alongside our weekly youth clubs, we run school holiday activities, cooking clubs, art projects, health and wellbeing workshops and community events throughout the year.
Creating Opportunities & Making a Difference
​
Our outreach work is designed to make opportunities accessible to those who may face additional barriers. Whether supporting a young person to develop confidence, helping a care leaver build independence, providing opportunities for a young parent to reconnect with their community, or reducing loneliness through creative activities, we aim to make a lasting, positive difference.
​
Over the years, we have been proud to work alongside organisations including Active Essex, Sport England, The Essex Community Foundation and many other valued partners and funders. Together, we have supported children, young people, adults and families across Essex, using creativity and community engagement to improve wellbeing, reduce isolation and create positive opportunities