Messengers
Messengers is an arts-based youth support program for vulnerable young people and their families operating across the A.C.T. Messengers offers weekly group programs in which participants develop a range of skills across artistic mediums including visual, performing and other creative arts. The program is aimed at young people who are experiencing mild-moderate mental health issues. Messengers programs are specifically designed to improve social and psychological wellbeing via targeted participation in the arts.
Pop In Pop Art @ Tuggeranong Arts Centre
Tuesdays 3.30 – 5.00pmAimed at young people aged 9 – 14 who are experiencing early signs of mental health or other issues. Facilitated by visual artist, Blaide Lallemand, this visual arts class will encourage young people to express themselves via a range of practices
Sketchy Southside @ Tuggeranong Arts Centre
Wednesdays, 12.30 – 2.30pmFacilitated by visual artist, Sui Jackson, this class encourages young people to explore identity and develop artistic skills in ceramics, drawing, printmaking and more.
Art lab @ Tuggeranong Arts Centre
Thursdays, 9.00 – 11.00amFacilitated by artist, Lily Platts, this class encourages young people to explore identity through a broad suite of arts projects including photography, textiles and painting.
Connect & Chat
Fridays between 9.00 – 5.00pmThe Messengers youth support worker, Kelsey is available each Friday if you need help with anything or would like to have a chat.
Studio M @ Tuggeranong Arts Centre
Wednesdays, 5.30 – 7.30pmMessengers new pilot program, Studio 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.
Parenting Help Seminars
Thursday 5th and Thursday 12th May, 2022.Due 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.
