Welcome to Amethyst
We run programmes for young people who have experienced issues around self-harm, anxiety, depression, low confidence and low self-esteem. Amethyst also works with young people more broadly around emotional well-being.
Amethyst prioritises creating a safe, supportive, non-judgemental, well boundaried space. We model kindness, empathy, honesty and integrity. Using techniques from ‘Theatre of the Oppressed’ such as forum theatre, image theatre and other art forms and games alongside Transactional Analysis theory and practice, to promote well-being and improve mental health. Amethyst is a responsive project that is complementary to what is offered by other local organisations. Founded in 2016.
This page is the latest project information and developments. If you’d like to know more, or have someone who you think would benefit from Amethyst support, please contact us. 01239 615 952 / deri@smallworld.org.uk
Amethyst current groups and delivery.
Monday Group
Supporting young people aged 12-18 who are experiencing issues around anxiety, depression, self-harming behaviours, low confidence and low self-esteem. We share techniques, play games and offer support using the arts to improve mental health. The group is small, friendly and inclusive. The age range of this group changes from term to term and participants are referred on to it by professionals or parent/guardians.
Uplifting Aerial Sessions
Starting in February, we will be piloting a series of Uplifting Aerial workshops for young people of secondary age. We also continue to work, on a monthly basis, with an established group of young people who attended Arts Boost in partnership with Hywel Dda. We have been developing our practice to benefit the participants by adjusting our delivery; including elements of aerial circus, yoga and providing information about our bodies and nervous systems.
Peer Support Groups
Amethyst works with 6th formers in local secondary schools to train them in peer support. The training is informed by, and designed in collaboration with the 6th formers, to help them listen to and support younger pupils safely. The programme also benefits the 6th formers through self-development, with the option to gain accreditation through our new partnership with Agored/Planed.
Past Amethyst programmes
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Creative support programmes to young carers in West Wales
Amethyst extended support to young carers in West Wales in May-June 2022, thanks to Carers Support Innovation Fund.
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Peer Support Programmes in Schools.
Amethyst works with 6th form students in secondary schools to train them in peer support.
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Film documentary project during lockdown.
Film documentary project during lockdown. This project began in 2021 with the aim to improve mental heath in schools. The project continues to develop.
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Ambassadors to Connect to Kindness.
Amethyst has joined the campaign to take action and ‘Connect to Kindness’ in the communities of Ceredigion.
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Legislative Theatre with parents.
A new piece of legislative theatre and discussion led by parents of young people with mental health issues. We worked with the parent group to develop their personal experiences into an online performance.
About Amethyst.
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About Amethyst
Amethyst was set up by Small World Theatre in 2017 for young people facing difficulties with their mental health.
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Meet the team.
Who is running Amethyst sessions and who to contact for more information.