WELLTH CLUB
The Wellth Club returned to BANG HQ this summer under the theme Health is Wellth, offering a safe and vibrant space for young people to explore healthier lifestyles through engaging and culturally relevant activities.
Designed to promote physical activity, wellbeing, and social connection, the programme blended fun with learning — encouraging participants to take ownership of their health while developing leadership skills and supportive peer networks.
At the heart of this summer’s delivery were two young leaders who worked closely with the BANG team to co-create and coordinate the programme. They played a vital role in planning workshops, shaping the schedule, and supporting interns in session delivery — gaining hands-on experience in leadership, teamwork, and project management.
The programme began with a healthy eating workshop, where ten young people explored the relationship between nutrition and physical and mental wellbeing.
Led by community chef and BANG facilitator Thembi, alongside BANG interns, the session introduced the importance of balanced meals, the value of breakfast, and how to make informed choices by reading nutritional labels.
A highlight of the day was a blind taste test challenge, where participants used their senses to identify various foods—from pomegranate seeds and mint leaves to tomatoes and even baby purée—sparking curiosity, lively conversation, and plenty of laughter.
To reinforce the link between food, movement, and wellbeing, the group took part in a Sports Day at Roundwood Park, engaging in activities such as football, frisbee, and athletics. The day concluded with a healthy picnic inspired by the foods explored the week before—bringing learning to life in a relaxed and enjoyable setting.
Beyond health and nutrition, the Wellth Club also created space for leadership and civic engagement. As part of the programme, participants hosted a youth-led interview with Georgia Gould MP for Queen’s Park and Maida Vale. This gave young people the opportunity to voice their views and ask thoughtful questions on issues such as poverty, access to opportunity, and mental health. It was a powerful confidence-building experience, reinforcing the message that young people’s voices matter—and deserve to be heard at every level.
Through Health is Wellth, BANG continues to invest in the holistic development of young people —supporting not just their mental and physical wellbeing, but also their growth as active, informed, and powerful community leaders.
The Wellth Club reflects BANG’s commitment to youth-led, culturally grounded initiatives that build resilience, connection, and lasting impact from the ground up.
Words:Â Melissa Cawthorne-Young
