The Matthew Project has launched its Stories of Strength exhibition at Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital, where it will remain on display for three months. The launch coincides with Alcohol Awareness Week (6th-12th July), making it a timely reminder of the impact substance misuse has on individuals and families across Norfolk. The exhibition brings together powerful personal narratives from people affected by substance misuse, offering a deeply human perspective on addict

LAUNCHED DURING ALCOHOL AWARENESS WEEK (6TH - 12TH JULY 2026) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 06/07/2026 - Norwich, UK Aya, one of the individuals who has shared their story of their journey with The Matthew Project The Matthew Project (TMP) charity is launching its Stories of Strength exhibition at Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital, where it will remain on display for three months. The launch coincides with Alcohol Awareness Week (6th-12th July), making it a timely reminder of the

We are delighted to reshare the efforts of Leathes Prior Solicitors (LP), a leading Norfolk law firm that supported our mental health, alcohol and substance use work at The Matthew Project in 2025.

Job title: Parent Support Practitioner Location: The Matthew Project - Norfolk Starting salary: £16,982 per annum Hours: 22.5 hours per week Contract: Part time - Permanent This is a great opportunity for an experienced professional to initiate and develop a parent support role within our youth services. The Matthew Project is a value-driven charity working

Running is a classic way to raise money for a charity, and remains a firm favourite among The Matthew Project's supporters. Read on for a summary of Edward Cottington and Matthew Northcote running for The Matthew Project in May 2026.

We are thrilled to share the story of the brilliant local buskers who have been raising money for our services at The Matthew Project.

Explore a young person's lived experience with ketamine, our drug and alcohol awareness sessions offer for educational professionals, and updates from the Easter holidays.

Read fresh updates from our On Track Team, including employability sessions and fun days out to build confidence and new skills, and boost our young members' self esteems.

Read fresh updates from Recovery Support Programme Manager Fae Catchpole and Military Veterans Recovery Worker Peter Gallagher on the incredible work going on in the only post-recovery centre for substance and alcohol use in Norfolk and the East of England.

Read our in-depth blog from Recovery Service Manager Graham Parfitt, who discusses the role kinship and community play in alcohol recovery.

Discover three key event takeaways on building resilience in the workplace from Military Recovery Service Worker Peter Gallagher's talk, along with feedback from event attendees.

In this blog, we share 10 mindful gratitude questions and how to meaningfully implement them in your day-to-day life to support your wellbeing.

Young people in the UK have access to a range of free mental health apps designed to support emotional well-being. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, stress, low mood, or just need a safe space to talk, these apps provide practical tools and professional guidance.

Organisation: The Matthew Project Location: Norwich Position Type: Voluntary (Trustee) Term: 3 years, renewable up to a maximum of 7 years If you wish to make a meaningful difference to people’s lives, join us as a Trustee. The Matthew Project is seeking dedicated, compassionate, and strategically minded individuals to join our Board of Trustees. This is a rewarding opportunity to guide and

Organisation: The Matthew Project Location: Norwich Time commitment 1-2 days per month Position Type: Voluntary Term: 3 years, renewable up to a maximum of 7 years This is a rewarding opportunity to guide and support a well-established Christian ethos charity making a real impact across our community. The Matthew Project (TMP) is a charity dedicated to transforming lives across Norf

Read the latest news from our On Track Team, who support 13-24-year-olds to enter or engage with education, training, or employment.

Graham Parfitt, our Recovery Service Manager at The Matthew Project, recently marked 5,000 days sober and here, he explores his full-circle story, from engaging with TMP services to working in the Recovery Centre.

Do you have a Category B Drivers licence, which allows you to drive a minibus with up to 16 passenger seats ? This is an amazing opportunity to get involved in many of Matthew Project’s activities! The Matthew Project is a welcoming and vibrant place for building community, providing support, and helping to develop the confidence and skills of those in recovery from substance misuse. We are looking for volunteers to support the Next Steps Recovery Team to drive staff and ser

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Are you passionate about helping young people reach their potential? This is an amazing opportunity to share your compassionate nature by supporting a young person. We are looking for volunteers to support our Unity Youth Team to p rovide one-to-one support to a young person. Depending on the needs of the young person, support may be on a regular, ad hoc or one-off basis. Supervision and support will be given by the Matthew Project. This is an amazing learning and deve