We endeavour to tackle the issues of crime, deprivation and poverty through diversionary means.

The Lambeth Summer Projects Trust (LSPT) is a voluntary organisation which was set up 24 years ago to defuse tension and address the issues of disorder on the streets of Lambeth at that time. Since then we have continued working in partnership with Lambeth Police, the community and other agencies by providing crime diversionary summer activities for those aged 9 to 16 every summer.During the serious disorder on the streets of this country during summer 2011 we once again achieved our aims.

Why the community needs this charity

We recognise the need to encourage about 500 young people to use their leisure time constructively, hence the need for the projects. The community benefit knowing that hundreds of occupied during the long holidays and not just wandering the streets. We promote volunteering and each year we have at least 40 volunteers who, by working along side project staff gain experience.

Results and outcomes

The educational aspect of the projects helps develop skills and understanding.Young people have the chance to stay safe, healthy and fit, get involved in decision making, increase self-worth and self-assurance, meet new friends and improve social and cultural understanding. Parents know children are in a safe environment. The projects enable them to enjoy costly activities that they would not usually be able to access.

Latest activities and projects

2012 Lambeth Summer Projects

There will be over 600 pre booked activity sessions and many additionally added when the projects are up and running. On site there will be workshops which will include computers, dance, arts and crafts, music, drama, photography, video, beauty, fashion, circus skills, face painting, singing, yoga and cookery. There will also be continuous recreational programme of off site activities.  read more