This zine has been created by Julian Lutzka who RJ Working is  proud to have as a charity Trustee.  Julian has held several roles previously with RJ Working and understands how valuable it can be to start a difficult conversation among young people.  That is the purpose of this zine titled 'Beneath the Surface' based on his interviews with people experiencing personal challenges.  

"Active Hope: How to Face the Mess we're in with Unexpected Resilience and Creative Power" by Joanna Macey and Chris Johnstone. This book is about being active participants in bringing about what we hope for. It is a practice developed from the experiences of lifelong activists. The book offers a wealth of nourishing solo and group activities and new ways of thinking that enable us to bring about social change in a joyful, regenerative way. Alternatively, the authors have developed a free online course on Active Hope. This would make an inspiring challenge for your Eco-group, your School Council, or even your entire school community to complete together!

The Mental Health Foundation released this resources as part of Mental Health Awareness Week 2021

For young people who face major challenges, taking part in community projects and social action may be even more successful than than traditional services in improving our mental health. The Boingboing Foundation works to bring people together to make changes in their communities.

A poem for when times are difficult by Miguel Dean.