Islington Council recently met with local children and young people to create a programme of exciting activities for all ages to develop confidence, feel safe and get advice and support this spring. All activities are free and include workshops, an escape room, sports, a cooking challenge, a film night, connecting with nature, gaming and more.

Football Tournament / Safety Workshops

Tuesday 31 March 3-6pm
The Arsenal Hub, N7 7BA

Football tournament with safety focused workshops and stalls from local support services.  

Film Night and Youth Q and A

Wednesday 1 April 5pm
Islington Somali Community, Seven Sisters Road, N4 2DA

Film screening of Lollipop with a youth led Q and A featuring actress Idil Ahmed.

Contact Ayan Guled on 0207 2720550 or email ayanguled@isc26.org.uk to book your place. 

Monday night football

Monday nights throughout April and May, 8-10pm
Barnard Park football pitch, Copenhagen Street, N1  

The Copenhagen Youth Project invite young people aged 16–25 from across Islington and Camden to take part in a 10‑week community football league, offering regular competitive matches for groups who don’t usually have access to formal sport. 

Email peter@cyproject.org to register your team’s interest  

Positive Citizens

Thursday 2 and Wednesday 8 April
The Underground Youth Centre

Positive Citizens offers two fun, hands on activity days for young people aged 8–13, featuring positive message bracelet making in Paradise Park and a trip to the Castle Climbing Centre and Woodberry Wetlands to explore safety and caring for the local environment. 

Safe Space Gaming Hub

Wednesday 1 April, Friday 3 April, Wednesday 8 April, Friday 10 April, Wednesday 15 April and Friday 17 April 4.30-7.30pm
Highbury Roundhouse, Youth and Community Centre, N5

A structured gaming hub for young people aged 14–19, offering safe, supervised sessions with organised PS5 tournaments that build teamwork, positive peer relationships and online safety. 

Email zainabp@highbury-roundhouse.org.uk to book your place.

Conflict Resolution & Deescalation Day

Tuesday 7 April and Thursday 9 April
Rose Bowl Youth Centre and The Lift Youth Centre

A workshop helping young people and youth workers build practical conflict resolution and deescalation skills and a positive offsite activity to support safer choices and stronger communication.

Say No to Gangs in Islington

Wednesday 8 April
Arsenal Hub 

One‑day workshop and football tournament helping young people learn about safety, empowerment and making positive choices. 

Email sadiq@finsburyparkmosque.org to book your place 

Escape, Empower, Elevate

Friday 17 April 6–9pm 
Escape London
An escape‑room and dinner experience for young women aged 16–25, combining team challenges with a practical discussion on staying safe, building confidence and strengthening peer connections. 

Sign up by filling out the registration form 

Youth Summit and Football Tournament

Wednesday 15 and Thursday 16 April 2-5pm 
City of London Academy, Islington N1 

A two‑day programme for young people aged 15–21, featuring workshops on knife‑crime awareness, mental health and employment pathways, followed by an indoor 6‑a‑side football tournament. 

Kickback Easter Activities

Wednesday 1 April, Wednesday 8 April and Wednesday 15 April
London Zoo / Sobell Centre / Finsbury Park
Family trips and activity days for local children aged 5-11 and their families including zoo visit, indoor play and outdoor sports 

Email emily@wipersyouth.org.uk for more information.  

SEND Trampoline Sessions

Tuesday 7 April and Friday 10 April 4.45–6pm
Sobell Leisure Centre, Hornsey Road, N7 7NY
Inclusive trampoline sessions for SEND young people and families, with refreshments provided. 

Contact Ayan Guled on 0207 2720550 or email ayanguled@isc26.org.uk to book your place.