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Breaking the Cycle (BTC) is an early prevention and intervention programme supporting children and young people aged 10–16 who are at risk of, or involved in, violence and exploitation. Delivered in partnership with schools, social services, youth justice, and families, the programme provides consistent 1:1 mentoring, positive activities, and practical guidance to help young people develop resilience, manage conflict, and make safer life choices.
y working holistically with young people and their families, Breaking the Cycle aims to reduce harm, strengthen relationships, and interrupt pathways into serious violence.
Breaking the Cycle is an early prevention and intervention programme supporting children and young people aged 10–16 who are at risk of, or already involved in, violence, exploitation, and harmful behaviour. Delivered across Tower Hamlets, London and Small Heath, Birmingham, the programme works closely with schools, social services, youth justice, and families to intervene early and effectively.
At the heart of the programme is consistent 1:1 mentoring delivered in a safe, trusted environment. Young people are supported to manage emotions, build resilience, and make safer life choices, alongside diversionary activities that reduce isolation and exposure to risk.
Breaking the Cycle takes a whole-family approach, recognising that sustainable change happens when parents and carers are supported alongside young people. Families receive practical guidance, tools, and confidence to strengthen relationships, set boundaries, and respond to challenging behaviour.
By combining early intervention, trusted relationships, and partnership working, Breaking the Cycle reduces harm, improves wellbeing, and interrupts pathways into serious youth violence—creating lasting change for young people, families, and communities.
