Sound Futures Programme
From "People Powered Custom House & Canning Town"
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Description
Sound Futures is a free, youth-led programme in Custom House, Silvertown and Beckton that combines music, mentoring and personal growth.
Over nine months, 30 young people aged 16–21 will take part in weekly DJ and sound engineering workshops, confidence-building sessions and career visits to London City Airport. Mentors from House FM will guide them, and every participant will help plan and co-lead activities.
The project was designed with 71 local young people and families, who told us they wanted something creative, meaningful and future-focused. One young person said: “We need somewhere to go that actually helps us grow—not just chill.”
We will prioritise young people who are NEET, care leavers or SEND, alongside those at risk of exclusion, making sure no one is left behind.
By the end of the programme, participants will have new skills, greater confidence and clearer goals for their future. Families and communities will also benefit from safer spaces, stronger role models and more positive opportunities for young people.
