Expanding into primary schools
Since Relationships Education became statutory in primary schools in 2020, we have often been asked to expand our Esteem program to include sessions for Primary-aged children – so this is what we are doing!
Nigeria - reaching the most vulnerable
During 2022, ACET Nigeria has been expanding its relationships and sex education program, training teams at children's homes to run Esteem Clubs for the young people in their care.
Mothers' Day 2022
We know that Mothers’ Day can be incredibly hard for some but hope that you will be able to join us in celebrating the courage of teen mums in Zimbabwe this Mothers’ Day (27th March)!
The Shining Star family, Zimbabwe
An important aspect of Shining Star’s model is its welcoming and family-style dynamic.
ACET Czech Republic
František, the director of ACET Czech Republic, sent us a brief update on their 2021.
Club activities, Ukraine
Most young people first come into contact with ACET Ukraine when their school invites ACET in to deliver their ‘University of Health Youth’ programme.
Nigeria - homework support
As well as their Esteem Clubs for older children, ACET Nigeria trains and supports volunteers to run Children’s Clubs for those between the ages of 5 and 12.
Making a difference in a challenging year
We are delighted to share that, despite the challenges of Covid-19, we reached 2,248 students in Southwark between January and December 2021.
Expanding the Esteem network through technology
With the help of our amazing donors, we have been able to scale up our online offer to youth workers during the pandemic to enable them to reach their young people with quality materials that would improve their relational and emotional wellbeing.
A new start in Russia
ACET Russia volunteers work in cities across the vast country, supporting young people in schools, colleges, churches, and prisons with educational sessions. Topics include addiction, family values, love, relationships and sex, HIV prevention, and bullying.
55 years in Thailand
Having served in Thailand since 1966, Alan and Maelynn Ellard have made the decision to return to the UK this autumn.
Club Activities, Nigeria
Earlier in the year, ACET Nigeria expanded its army of volunteers by training another 63 change makers who want to support children and young people in making positive decisions, to run Children’s Clubs, and deliver the Esteem programme.