Local MP Alan Mak has visited the youth charity WAVE's hub on Hayling Island.
He was greeted by manager Sarah Foley, had a tour of the building and chatted to young people using the hub.
Since becoming a registered charity in 2020, WAVE has supported children and teenagers on the Island through free weekly sessions and activities that build confidence, wellbeing and a strong sense of community.
The hub, in the former TSB building in Mengham, opened in 2022. It is supported by volunteers, local partners and the wider community all working together to create positive opportunities for young people on Hayling.
There is pool, table football, gaming, arts and crafts, computers, a recording studio and chill-out area. Practical sessions in cooking, sewing and crafts are also provided and free hot meals are available.
Trusted adults are on hand to offer encouragement, guidance and emotional support when needed.
Mr Mak said: "I enjoyed visiting the WAVE hub, where a safe and welcoming space has been created for young people on the Island where they can relax, socialise, have fun and make friends.
"The charity is doing a great job and I wish everyone at WAVE all the best for the future."
