​The Speak Out Project was a youth-led initiative delivered by HCYC that gave young people aged 11–18 a platform to express themselves through a magazine published three times a year and an accompanying website.

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Supported by HCYC's youth workers, participants explored issues that mattered to them, shared their experiences, developed creative writing and digital skills, and learned how to co-create content. The project provided an inclusive space where young people could build confidence, celebrate diversity, challenge stereotypes, and ensure their voices were heard. Some participants also received one-to-one support to develop website design and content creation skills.

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Over its lifetime, Speak Out showcased the creativity, opinions and achievements of local young people while strengthening connections between schools, youth groups, businesses and the wider community.

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Following challenges to HCYC's funding, the Speak Out Project has now closed.  We are incredibly proud of everything the young people involved achieved and grateful to everyone who supported the project over the years.  Their creativity, courage and commitment have left a lasting legacy, and we are sure that the confidence and skills they developed will continue to benefit them long into the future.