KEEPING COMMUNITIES ACTIVE HEALTHY AND HAPPY
ACTIVE LIFE FOR A BETTER LIFE
Changing Lives Community Services is a Non-Profit Community Interest Company dedicated to increasing access to physical activity and supporting the well-being of children and young people in Colchester and North Essex. With nearly half of children in Colchester not meeting recommended activity levels and only 47% of young people nationally engaging in enough daily exercise, our work is more crucial than ever. Through our sports sessions, social enterprise workshops, and community programs, we aim to prevent involvement in anti-social behavior and gang activity while promoting healthier lifestyles.
Our mission is to offer social, sporting, and work experiences that instill confidence and motivation, providing young people with opportunities and pathways toward a positive future. With 1 in 6 children now experiencing mental health challenges—a 50% rise in recent years—we recognise the urgent need for safe, supportive spaces. Additionally, as Colchester continues its commitment as a City of Sanctuary, supporting over 600 refugees and asylum seekers, we strive to create inclusive programs that help all young people integrate, develop skills, and build brighter futures.
OUR MISSION
We deliver accessible, engaging, and inclusive activities that empower people to stay active, build confidence, and develop essential life skills. We create safe spaces where every person—regardless of background—can thrive, connect, and work towards a positive future.
APPROACH
PROJECTS
Our main projects deliver sports, fitness, and mental well-being programs. However we also run cooking classes, music workshops and other bespoke projects to reach as many people as possible and to build stronger, healthier communities.
IMPACT
Our work directly improves the lives of children and young people by enhancing physical health, supporting mental well-being, and reducing social isolation. Through our inclusive programs, we provide safe spaces for young people to stay active, develop confidence, and form positive connections.
who we are
Changing Lives Community Services is a Non-Profit Community Interest Company that increases and provides access to physical activity in the community & prevents children and young from the involvement in anti-social behaviour and gang activity through sports sessions and social enterprise workshops.
Our Mission is to offer social, sporting and work experiences that will install confidence and motivation for children and young people providing them with opportunities and pathways towards a positive future.
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