Your Vibe Project – Nurturing Emotional Wellbeing in Schools

At VIBE Youth, we recognise the essential role that comprehensive schools play in nurturing the academic, social, and emotional development of young people. Supporting these educational environments is vital in creating inclusive spaces that empower all students—regardless of background or ability—to thrive.

The Your Vibe Project is a flagship intervention designed to promote self-esteem, self-confidence, and self-belief among young people. Delivered in partnership with comprehensive schools, the programme addresses the emotional root causes that often underlie challenging behaviours within both educational and wider societal settings.

Using a combination of therapeutic and educational approaches, the project integrates principles from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP). It encourages active group participation, self-expression, and reflective learning to help young people better understand themselves and the impact of their behaviours.

At its core, Your Vibe creates a ‘mini-community’ within each group—fostering a sense of belonging, trust, and mutual respect. In this safe and supportive environment, participants are guided to explore the “why” behind their behaviours, consider alternative choices, and begin to develop healthier coping strategies and emotional responses.

Programme Structure

• Duration: 8 weeks

• Frequency: Twice weekly sessions

• Session Length: 1.5 hours each

• Group Size: Up to 10 participants per closed group

• Facilitators: One lead facilitator and one co-facilitator

Each group is intentionally closed to maintain consistent dynamics and allow trust to build among participants. This intensive format ensures deeper engagement and more meaningful progress for every young person involved.

Outcomes and Impact

The Your Vibe Project is carefully monitored and evaluated on both individual and group levels. Young people referred to the project often experience low self-esteem, lack of self-worth, and limited confidence. Through Your Vibe, they are empowered to:

• Recognise and challenge negative thought patterns

• Build emotional resilience and self-awareness

• Make more positive and informed decisions

• Understand the impact of their actions on others

We believe in the principle that “positivity breeds positivity.” By reinforcing this mindset in a structured and emotionally safe setting, the benefits of the project naturally extend beyond the group, into classrooms, homes, and communities.