We exist because too many young people face barriers including poor mental health, rural isolation, financial hardship and limited access to opportunities. Rather than waiting for crisis, we provide consistent support through youth clubs, mentoring, school-based programmes, alternative education, employability support and community outreach.
Our impact
What looks like a game of pool, a creative workshop or a conversation over a hot chocolate is often the beginning of something much bigger: a trusted relationship with a youth worker.
Every year, The Mix delivers measurable outcomes:
3,000+ young people supported across Suffolk
92% say they feel safe at The Mix
94% enjoy attending our drop-ins
69.5% report increased confidence
88.9% say they’re making safer, more positive choices
Our work strengthens wellbeing, reduces isolation, improves confidence and helps young people stay engaged in education, employment and their communities. We measure these outcomes through ongoing feedback and progression tracking, ensuring our services create lasting change, not just short-term support.
The Mix is more than a youth centre. It’s a place where young people are known, listened to and valued, giving them the confidence and support to shape brighter futures.