Inside the TRNSMT-inspired rave for Glasgow teenagers
Easterhouse Sports Centre – which is run by the charity Easterhouse Henosis – will host The Gaff later this month to integrate youngsters from different postcodes while promoting the idea that teenagers can have fun without alcohol or drugs.
(Image: Left to right: Janey Thompson of Fare Scotland, DJ KT, Kevin Martin (front) of Easterhouse Henosis a) Kevin Martin, CEO of Easterhouse Henosis, told the Glasgow Times: 'We want to bring something to Easterhouse that gives young people the opportunity to do something for free that isn't dangerous and reduces anti-social behaviour.
'With this event, we want to reduce social isolation, educate young people on the potential risks of attending large public events and address pressing community challenges like territorialism.'
It comes as the centre has reportedly seen a spike in anti-social behaviour in the last year - particularly as kids near the start of the summer holidays.
(Image: Left to right: Janey Thompson of Fare Scotland, DJ KT, Kevin Martin (front) of Easterhouse Henosis a) The event, which will take place between 6pm and 9pm on Saturday, June 27, will have a similar set-up to TRNSMT Festival, which takes place in Glasgow Green annually.
Sniffer dogs and security will be present, and attendees will be given wristbands. There will also be smoke machines and of course, live music. A range of Glasgow DJs will be performing at the event including the likes of DJ Rankin and DJ Zitkus.
'We want to offer a safe, inclusive, and free music event for young people between first and fourth year to attend without financial barriers,' Kevin said.
He continued: 'The popularity of festivals like TRNSMT has been steadily increasing, with a growing number of young people attending each year. However many kids face social and financial barriers that prevent them from fully participating or accessing safe, enjoyable experiences.
'The Gaff seeks to provide an inclusive and educational platform for these young people, offering them a chance to enjoy a local music event free of charge, while also preparing them for the challenges they may face in larger environments like TRNSMT.'
(Image: Left to right: Janey Thompson of Fare Scotland, DJ KT, Kevin Martin (front) of Easterhouse Henosis a) The Gaff will also have a host of break-out rooms where attendees can confidentially speak with professionals from the NHS Health Improvement Team, for example, who can deliver educational sessions on crucial topics such as drug and alcohol awareness, sexual health, and offer one-on-one support to any young person who requires it.
'We think this event will work,' Kevin said.
He added: 'It's going to be well-attended, and we're excited to bring something like this to Easterhouse, which can make a difference.
'It will also allow us to link young people in and around the area with our youth services – like our drop-in on a Friday evening. We hope that will be the lasting legacy of this event.'
The centre currently welcomes between 50 and 70 young people through its doors on a Friday for its youth club.
(Image: Left to right: Janey Thompson of Fare Scotland, DJ KT, Kevin Martin (front) of Easterhouse Henosis a) The Gaff is also being run by Glasgow Life and Fare Scotland.
For more information on the Easterhouse Sports Centre, visit easterhousesc.org
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