Blades Down

Standing Strong Against Knife Crime

Empowering Young People, Strengthening Communities, Saving Lives

Education & Awareness

Workshops & talks to inform and educate.

Youth Empowerment

Mentoring and activities to inspire change.

Safety &
Support

Providing training and community aid.

Our Mission

Blades Down exists to protect young lives and strengthen communities. We work with young people and families to prevent knife crime through education, early intervention and practical skills. By building confidence, promoting safer choices and equipping communities with life saving knowledge, we are committed to creating safer futures for everyone.

Prevention

Tackling knife crime early through education, awareness and practical skills that help young people make safer choices before harm happens.

Engagement

Building trust by working directly with young people, families and communities through positive activities, honest conversations and consistent presence.

 

Support

Providing guidance, resources and ongoing support to help individuals feel safer, stronger and better equipped to move forward positively.

40

Bleed Kits Distributed 

35

Funded Courses

120

Young People Taught Basic First Aid 

30

Families Taken Part In The Safe Knife Swap 

40

Bleed Kits Distributed

35

Funded courses for young people

120

Young people taught basic first aid

30

Families taken part in the safe knife swap

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