Groups and activities for young people
Youth SEND Forum
The Youth SEND Forum is a vibrant participation group for children and young people aged 8–25 with SEND in Walsall.
What the forum does:
- Provides a safe space for young people to share their views and experiences.
- Helps shape services that directly impact their lives.
- Builds confidence, leadership skills, and friendships.
How to get involved
- Attend regular forum sessions and creative workshops.
- Take part in fun, inclusive activities that promote self-expression.
- Collaborate with professionals to influence decision-making.
Young people are at the heart of everything we do, their voices help us build better, more inclusive services. Email us to join the group and to find out more.
Local groups and activities
Find out more about groups, activities and places to visit in Walsall and the Black Country.
Mencap has information about leisure groups in your area. They can provide advice, support or just be a place to make friends.
P.O.P Walsall is a health and wellbeing service for young people aged 15-25 in Walsall.
Walsall SENDIASS has information about groups and support in and around Walsall
Online communities and national organisations
SCOPE's online community is a place to make friends, share your experiences, get the advice you need, and discuss the issues that matter to you.
The National Autistic Society has an online community forum where you can share your experiences and talk about the things that matter to you.
Find out more about events and groups you can join in with locally, and around the country on Meetup.