Sessions include self-care practices, creative writing, drama therapy and much more! On the programme participants connected with other Black Girls and learned how to use the arts as a tool for connection, self care and community.

Supported by Arts Council England, Bloomsbury and Square Peg.

Here’s what participants had to say:

‍“Black Girl Blues has helped me with mindfulness within myself. I’m very grateful to be able to be a part of this program :D”‍

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‍“Now I know that wellbeing is looking after yourself and treating yourself with love. Self care allows us to stay connected with ourselves and keep going”‍

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‍“My school is predominantly white, it’s great spending time with people that look like me because I feel a lot more related to them”

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Key stats:

75% of participants felt their mental health has improved since joining the BGB programme

100% of participants learnt the valuable, helpful skills to support themselves if they’re having a difficult day (primarily creative skills)

100% of participants felt their confidence improved as a result of BGB

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