Charity's new project invites young people to Dungeons and Dragons game nights
Spiral, a charity which supports young people affected by bullying, has received £3,000 from Cumberland Council to go towards its new youth focused D&D project called Journey Together.
The funding will help the charity to run game nights in multiple locations which will create a safe and supportive space where those attending can develop their confidence, social skills, and emotional resilience.
They will build friendship, explore social situations, and develop teamwork and problem solving skills through the roleplaying game.
The charity said: "A huge thanks to the the folks at Carlisle College and Carlisle Youth Zone for supporting us to get this project running.
"Speak to anyone who has played Tabletop RPGs and they can attest to the benefits they offer."
Spiral has also asked whether anyone in Carlisle who may have D&D related items such as dice can donate them to the project.
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