Benfieldside Community Garden Official Launch

Benfieldside Community Garden / June 29th, 2026

Benfieldside Community Garden Official Launch

This video captures some special moments from the official launch of Building Self Belief’s very own community garden, a project we’ve been developing and working towards over the past few years. From the opening celebrations to people coming together in the garden, these moments reflect the hard work, care and collaboration that have gone into brining this space to life. We’re proud to celebrate the launch of a garden that will continue to support and inspire our community for years to come.Thank you to The National Lottery Community Fund for supporting this incredible project.

Celebrating Stanley / December 16th, 2025

Digital Inclusion / December 16th, 2025

June's Celebration of Stanley

June has lived in Stanley for 50 years and brought up in a mining village. Listen to her Celebrating Stanley podcast here as she shares her fondest memories of the town.

Self-Belief and Emotional Wellbeing / November 11th, 2024

Aspirations and Future Planning / November 11th, 2024

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Aimee's Exciting Start to a New Academic Year

After a busy start to the new academic year, our Newcastle University Intern, Aimee Wager, shares some of the incredible work that the charity has been getting involved in over the past seven weeks. She reflects on all of the wonderful opportunities she has been given since beginning her placement in September.

Self-Belief and Emotional Wellbeing / December 18th, 2024

The Meadow Well Teenage Wellbeing Programme With Norham High School

The Meadow Well Teenage Wellbeing Programme, in partnership with Norham High School, aimed to enhance the mental health, self-esteem, and aspirations of teenagers living on the Meadow Well Estate in North Shields. The programme focused on improving community engagement and exploring long-term potential, with an emphasis on employability skills and higher education, particularly in arts and creative industries.