Messengers
Messengers is a non-clinical social support program for vulnerable young people and their families across the A.C.T. The program works with young people aged 9 – 25 who are experiencing mental ill-health, social isolation and a range of other issues. Offering weekly arts-based groups, participants are encouraged to develop new artistic skills and make social connections in a safe and inclusive environment. Messengers programs are specifically designed to improve psychological and social wellbeing via targeted participation in the arts.
Pop In Pop Art @ Tuggeranong Arts Centre
Tuesdays 3.30 – 5.00pmAimed at young people aged 9 – 13 who are experiencing early signs of mental health or other issues. Facilitated by visual artist, Emma Rani Hodges, this visual arts class will encourage young people to express themselves via a range of practices
Art lab @ Tuggeranong Arts Centre
Thursdays, 1:00 – 3:00pmFacilitated by artist, Lily Platts, this class encourages young people to explore identity through a broad suite of arts projects including photography, textiles and painting.
Sketchy Southside @ Tuggeranong Arts Centre
Wednesdays, 12.30 – 2.30pmFacilitated by visual artist, Lily Platts, this class encourages young people to explore identity and develop artistic skills in ceramics, drawing, printmaking and more.
Studio M @ Tuggeranong Arts Centre
Wednesdays, 5.30 – 7.30pmStudio M is a non-clinical arts-based support program for young adults aged 18 – 25 who are experiencing mental ill-health, social isolation or other issues.
Connect & Chat
Fridays between 9.00 – 5.00pmYouth support worker, Kelsey is available each Friday if you need help with anything or would like a chat.
Parenting Help Seminars
Thurs 4 & 11 May, 5:30pmDue to popular demand, the Messengers Program will again be offering our free parenting seminar for challenged parents of adolescents.
The Messengers Program is proudly supported by the ACT Government.
