Young people in Eastwood have turned graffiti into art to create a new mural at Stepping Stones, an accommodation scheme for young homeless people.
Residents, aged 16-19, have been using spray paint to get creative and make their mark at the scheme, in Church Street, which is run by LHA Support Services.
With the help of local artist, Phil Riley, the residents have designed and created the indoor mural, which was completed at the last of a series of workshops, on Friday (18th July).
Jo Ball, Senior Project Worker for LHA Support Services said: “The mural looks fantastic. It was the residents’ own idea to do graffiti art and everyone has really enjoyed creating it together.”
The project is part of ‘The Vibe’, organised by Eastwood Young People’s Partnership to encourage and support urban arts, live music and active sports among young people in the local area.
LHA Support Services worked with the EYYP, a partnership which includes Broxtowe Borough Council, Nottinghamshire County Council's Youth Team and Connexions.
Nottinghamshire County Councillor, Ellie Lodziak, donated funding for the graffiti art project and visited Stepping Stones to see it completed on Friday.
Cllr Ellie Lodziak added: “I am so thrilled to have been able to fund this work which has supported the young people in undertaking such an exciting project. I really enjoyed seeing the final piece completed and congratulating the residents on all their hard work.”
Stepping Stonesprovides accommodation and support for homeless young people, aged 16-25. Through on-site training, advice and support, the scheme helps young people gain the confidence and skills they need to live more independently in the future.
LHA Support Services is part of the LHA-ASRA Group.