STRIVE is turning 3 – come celebrate with us!
This October, STRIVE turns 3! STRIVE is a partnership between Hillcrest Futures’ Dundee Young People’s Services and The Corner Dundee, supporting local young people aged 12 to 21 and their families who are affected by substance use, financial challenges or difficult living situations.
The service also provides drug, alcohol and overdose education and awareness sessions throughout Dundee, usually in schools and community-based settings.
To mark the 3rd birthday milestone, we’re inviting you to celebrate with us:
📅 Friday 10th October
🕛 12–3pm
📍 Hillcrest Futures, SE Pavilion, Baxter Park, Dundee, DD6 6AH
The day will include:
🎨 Creative displays from our young people
ℹ️ Information on our service, resources and partnerships
☕ Refreshments and networking opportunities
There is no need to RSVP. Please just drop in – we’d love to see you there.
“Just a Shot, then what?” Report
Alongside the celebration, STRIVE has recently published its “Just a Shot, then what?” report from Alcohol Awareness Week 2025 which provides a brief insight into young people’s current substance use in Dundee. Through this research, the service hopes to develop delivery to better suit the needs of young people, parents and professionals.
One finding showed that while most young people in Dundee reported drinking alcohol only once a week or less, 69% said they had vaped before, highlighting changing patterns in substance use.
To read the full report, click here.
Want to find out more about STRIVE, make a referral, or request an educational awareness raising session?
📧 Contact the team at: youngpeopledundee@hillcrestfutures.org.uk or tay.office.corner@nhs.scot.
