Evolve is a programme provided by Allsorts Youth Project available to young people and parents/carers of young people who are:
- Trans
- Ages 11 - 16 (year 7+)
- Connected to the Gender Identity Development Service (GIDS), either on the waiting list or currently being supported by the service
The Evolve programme has been developed to help and support young people and their parents/carers to:
- Build a wider community and support network
- Increase resilience, confidence, and self-esteem
- Develop positive family relationships
- Develop life skills
while having fun and making new friends.
"We really can’t thank you enough for putting us at ease and creating the most beautiful, welcoming environment for us all to come to each week. Evolve has been such a special thing to be a part of and we’re so grateful to have bonded with other families who we’ll stay in touch with. Our child has made some really special friendships with the other children."
About the Programme
This programme is designed to support trans young people and their parents/carers to build stronger relationships by participating in activities and workshops which will build confidence, resilience and communication skills. The tailored programme will be interactive, fun and provide you with a safe space to connect.
Key information:
- The programme is free
- Refreshments will be provided throughout the programme
- You and your child will need to commit to all sessions to get the most out of the programme
- If you have any concerns about travel costs, please let us know
- The sessions will be facilitated by experienced workers
- Some of the workshops and activities throughout the programme will be specific to parents/carer or children/young people so will be facilitated at the same time but in separate groups
- If you are a two parent/carer family, we encourage both of you to attend if possible
When is the Evolve programme taking place?
We are excited to offer our next Evolve programme starting in Feb '25. Evolve will be run over 3 weekends - Sat 1st & Sun 2nd Feb, Sat 1st & Sun 2nd March and Sat 29th & Sun 30th March in Haywards Heath, but you are welcome to attend from anywhere in East or West Sussex, or if you are from Brighton & Hove. Each day will run from 11am-4pm.
How can I sign up?
Please fill out this sign-up form and a member of our team will be in touch with you to confirm your place.
If your child would like to access Allsorts' groups or 121 support, they can by filling in our children & young people's referral form.
For parents/carers wishing to access our Parents & Carers Service, you can register here.
If your young person is over 16 they can register for Waiting Well