20 years of Young Roots

“They made me feel like myself”

-young person, 2023

Young Roots x Art Refuge Film Animation

Film animation project led by Tony Gammidge and Majid Adin / 2023

In collaboration with Art Refuge, several young people supported by Young Roots created film animations documenting their journeys across the English Channel. These animations convey stories that evoke fear, emotion, and resilience.

Art Refuge uses art therapy to support the mental health and well-being of people displaced by conflict, persecution, poverty and climate emergency, in the UK and internationally.

Providing Access to Diverse Services

with Angeliki (Clinical Psychologist), Dan (Senior Caseworker) & Nat (Youth Development Coordinator)

International Women’s Day

Animation films at Young Roots Youth Club (2021-2022)

Special thanks to the brilliant young people who took part in this project: Wahida, Rahmatullah, BB, Eman, JT, Zeray, SF, Aziz, EZ, Emnette, KW, ZA, RJ, Miguel, Harold & Hadi.

Also, a huge thank you to Tony Gammidge, Majid Adin, Bobby Lloyd and Laura Hewitt for making this happen.

Establishing Trust

With Nat (Youth Development Coordinator), Shona (Youth Welfare Officer), & Angeliki (Clinical Psychologist)