Empowering generations to make a difference through young people in their communities through activism
Distraction Community & Youth Project is a driven Community Interest Company. We create spaces for youth to thrive through their wellbeing and mental health- powered by community and activism.
The project is a Banbury-based charity founded in 2025 by Lee Davis and a team of dedicated youth workers, following years of successful youth engagement at North Oxfordshire Academy. After over 400 young people completed the Level 3 Youth Work qualification through the Academy, it became clear that there was a wider need for youth provision across the town- somewhere safe, supportive, and inspiring for young people to go, and something meaningful for them to do.
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WHO ARE DISTRACTION?
At Distraction Community & Youth Project, young people lead the way and have always been the heart of what we do, since day one. They help guide our services through regular consultation and by leading our Youth Committee, ensuring what we offer continues to meet their real and evolving needs.
Our board of trustees includes young adults who have completed the Level 3 qualification and are rooted in the local community- bringing firsthand insight and lived experience into our leadership.
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To learn more about us: click below, make a cup of tea, sit back and discover Distraction's mission and journey!
WEEKLY & MONTHLY EVENTS
Have a browse over some of our events and activities that are held regularly and are always accepting new members:
Girls Empowering Girls
Every Wednesday 16:45 to 18:00
Join us at Fairway Methodist Church for a safe space for young girls to connect and build bonds through creativity!
Year 6 Youth Club
Every Wednesday 16:30 to 20:00
Every week at North Oxfordshire Academy. Lots of team games, sports, arts and crafts- and most importantly a Tuck shop!
Turning Point Fridays
Every Friday 12:45 to 13:45
Sessions are lead weekly at Turning Point on the top floor of Banbury Health Center. This is a non-judgemental, non-threatening men's mental health group and discussions for 18+ year olds. Expect coffee, biscuits and comfortable conversation.
Book Club
1st Sunday of every month 17:00 to 18:30
Meet us at St. Francis Church on the 1st Sunday of each month for chilled and insightful book discussions. We will be reading a variety of books over the next 12 months, make sure not to miss the cake too!
Wellbeing Campfire
3rd Sunday of every month
A monthly campfire with a themed discussion, lead at St. Francis Church. A cosy way to connect with the community and gain insights through conversation, over a nice hot drink.
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