2nd December 2025
Christmas can be a challenging time for many people, including children. Often, there are high expectations for everything to be perfect and joyful – but in reality, the holidays can be overwhelming. At SELFA, we know the festive period can... Read More...
13th November 2025
At SELFA, making sure that all of our groups and activities are inclusive and celebrate diversity isn’t just a ‘nice to have’ – it’s essential. This includes recognising the full range of gender identities and expressions and different kinds of... Read More...
12th November 2025
The SELFA Settle youth group made pledges to help stop bullying At SELFA, we believe every child deserves to feel safe, valued and supported. Belonging, happiness and kindness are at the heart of what we do, and standing up to... Read More...
3rd November 2025
At SELFA, working with young people is at the heart of everything we do. Every day, we see how much difference a safe space, a trusted adult, and a little encouragement can make. Whether it’s building confidence, learning new skills,... Read More...
20th October 2025
Many of us don’t think twice about getting on a train to go to work, shopping or a family day out. But for lots of children and young people, rail travel isn’t an option – because money doesn’t stretch to... Read More...
13th October 2025
We are fast approaching the end of another busy year at SELFA – and we’re proud of what we’ve achieved, and grateful to all those who have helped us along the way. In 2024/25, we supported more than 700 children,... Read More...
3rd October 2025
At SELFA, we offer a variety of mental health support to children and young people. Whether it’s a safe space to talk through worries, or developing coping strategies with a professional, we make sure children are listened to and heard.... Read More...
22nd September 2025
To say we’ve had a busy summer is an understatement! Since the summer school term finished, we’ve run 72 sessions – more than 413 hours of activities – which have been attended by 292 children and young people. Thanks to... Read More...
6th May 2025
A group of excited children aged 8 to 11 had an amazing time during the Easter holidays visiting Carriageworks Theatre to partake in Leeds Young Film Making Festival, where they got to become real filmmakers - a great way to ignite... Read More...
11th December 2024
SELFA would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the IGEN Trust for supporting the first year of the Pathfinders Program. This two-year initiative has been a lifeline for children aged 10-14 in Craven who struggle with school anxiety, refusal, and... Read More...
24th September 2024
Our annual report for the last financial year is now available to read on our website. It outlines a busy year for SELFA, where we supported over 600 children, young people and parents, with over 170 people accessing SELFA each... Read More...
30th July 2024
"She came back so happy, relaxed and mature. She was practically glowing! She really enjoyed herself and was absolutely buzzing to have won a prize for her t-shirt design. Thank you for looking after her and giving her a wonderful... Read More...
16th July 2024
SELFA has secured £299,537 funding from The National Lottery Community Fund (NLCF) to launch it's "SELFA Go Wild" project which will help to increase our focus on health and wellbeing for children and young people living in Craven. SELFA Go Wild builds... Read More...
12th July 2024
‘Being part of the community is important as you learn how others are feeling and it’s how people connect!’ (quote from young person in Bentham) Children and young people having a sense of belonging is a huge part of SELFA... Read More...
23rd May 2024
SELFA are very pleased to say that Mighty Minds is continuing in 2024-2025 which will allow us to support more young people in Craven experiencing mild-moderate mental health needs. We’re looking forward to meeting new young people and visiting more... Read More...
2nd May 2024
During February half term our year 6 Inspire group had an aspirational day trip to York on behalf of Northen Trains and York St John University. The trip allowed the 10/11 year olds to think ahead to their future, get... Read More...
22nd April 2024
The St James's Place Foundation have supported SELFA with a grant of £30,000 over 3 years towards activities for children in North Craven. The Foundation funds small and medium sized charities across the UK and overseas working with children who are... Read More...
1st December 2023
The Kentown Wizard Foundation have supported SELFA for a second year, this time with a grant of £26,000 to help deliver five weekend groups for children with multiple complex needs where they have the opportunity to access rebound therapy close... Read More...
12th January 2023
The Youth Council provides an opportunity for young people to be involved in shaping SELFA, and to be active in making change happen in the local community on issues that matter to them. The group is user-led and champions youth... Read More...
30th November 2022
A new research report has helped to secure an £85,000 funding boost for children’s mental health support in the Yorkshire Dales. This comes at a time when social workers are seeing record numbers of children with mental health problems, an... Read More...Copyright 2026. All Rights Reserved