Simply4TheYouth
Fridays 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM · Elim Pentecostal Church, 8-10 Allerford Rd, Catford, London SE6 3DD
SIMPLY4THEYOUTH

Empowering The
Next Generation

A faith-based, not-for-profit organisation supporting young people aged 11–22 to discover their potential, overcome challenges, and transform their lives through mentoring, workshops, and community programmes.

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Youth mentoring
Ages 11–22
Inclusive & Safe
WHO WE ARE

About Simply4TheYouth

Simply4TheYouth is a faith-based, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting, inspiring, and empowering young people aged 11–22. Guided by biblical values of compassion, equality, dignity, and respect, we provide a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment where every young person is valued — regardless of their background, culture, or beliefs.

"Our mission is to equip young people with the knowledge, skills, confidence, and resilience they need to fulfil their potential and overcome the challenges they face."
CompassionEqualityDignityRespectFaith-BasedInclusiveCommunity-Led
Our Purpose

Three Core Objectives

Everything we do is shaped by three powerful principles that guide our work with every young person we support.

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Inspire

We create opportunities that build confidence, strengthen resilience, and encourage personal growth — enabling young people to recognise their strengths and believe in their own potential.

Empower

We equip young people to make informed, positive choices, develop leadership skills, and become active, responsible citizens who make meaningful contributions to society.

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Transform

We support young people in discovering their identity, developing strong character and values, and creating lasting positive change in their own lives, families, and communities.

What We Offer

Our Services & Programmes

Practical, life-changing activities designed to help young people overcome the challenges of life and unlock their full potential. Wheelchair accessible to all sessions.

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Baking & Cooking Classes

Teaching essential life skills through hands-on culinary workshops that build independence and healthy habits.

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T-Shirt Design & Printing

Unleashing creativity through design and entrepreneurship, opening doors to self-expression and enterprise.

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Mental Health Workshops

Building emotional resilience, promoting positive wellbeing, and creating safe spaces to talk openly.

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CV & Interview Workshops

Preparing young people for the world of work with practical skills, confidence, and real career guidance.

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Sewing Classes

Developing patience, creativity, and practical skills through hands-on textile and design projects.

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Crime & Prevention Workshops

Empowering young people to make safe, informed choices and understand the real consequences of crime.

Sports & Games

Promoting teamwork, physical fitness, healthy competition, and positive peer relationships through sport.

And Much More

Our programmes are always growing to meet the evolving needs of young people and their communities.

Our Framework

7 Key Areas of Development

Our programmes focus on seven interconnected areas that support young people's personal development and future success.

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Time

Helping young people value and manage their time effectively, empowering them to make positive decisions that shape their future.

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Opportunity

Creating access to coaching, mentoring, work experience, volunteering, sports, and enrichment activities that broaden horizons.

03
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Education

Encouraging achievement, supporting progression into further education, and aligning ambitions with meaningful career pathways.

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Finance

Building financial literacy, promoting responsible money management, and equipping young people to make confident financial decisions.

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Character & Identity

Developing confidence, integrity, resilience, kindness, respect, and leadership qualities that create positive role models.

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Stability

Providing consistent support, trusted relationships, and a safe environment that promotes emotional wellbeing and personal growth.

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Legacy

Inspiring young people to write — or rewrite — their own story, creating lasting change for themselves and future generations.

Percilla Watkis – Founder
The Founder

Our Story

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"I know first-hand how one act of kindness, one opportunity, or one person who believes in you can completely change the direction of a young person's life."

Percilla Watkis

Founder & Director

Inspired by the encouragement and support she received while facing her own challenges as a young person, Percilla dedicated her career to supporting children and young people. With extensive experience in schools, nurseries, youth clubs, and as a driving instructor, she would hear young people share their struggles during lessons — and felt a calling to do more.

Don't Quit

When things go wrong, as they sometimes will,

When the road you're trudging seems all uphill,

When the funds are low and the debts are high,

And you want to smile, but you have to sigh,

When care is pressing you down a bit,

Rest if you must, but don't you quit.


Life is strange with its twists and turns,

As every one of us sometimes learns,

And many a failure turns about,

When he might have won had he stuck it out;

Don't give up though the pace seems slow —

You may succeed with another blow.


Often the goal is nearer than,

It seems to a faint and faltering man,

Often the struggler has given up,

When he might have captured the victor's cup,

And he learned too late when the night slipped down,

How close he was to the golden crown.


Success is failure turned inside out —

The silver tint of the clouds of doubt,

And you never can tell how close you are,

It may be near when it seems so far,

So stick to the fight when you're hardest hit —

It's when things seem worst that you must not quit.


— John Greenleaf Whittier

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