Youth & School Outreach

Martin is the Teen Challenge Outreach Coordinator. He is responsible for supporting the staff and volunteers.

Haven Outreach

Martin Begley is the Haven Outreach Coordinator.

This needs reworded: Teen Challenge addresses various addictions, including alcohol and drug abuse, as well as other life-controlling issues. The program is rooted in a Christian faith-based model, emphasizing biblical principles and spiritual growth. Teen Challenge offers residential rehabilitation programs, training schools for staff, and outreach services to support individuals and families.

Haven Outreach Locations

School Visits

Craig McKenzie is the Haven Outreach School Worker

No one ever thinks that they will become addicted to substances or alcohol yet sadly the stats tell another story. One of the healthiest ways to mediate these unnecessary deaths is by helping our young people better understand the risks and dangers associated with substances. Craig speaks to various groups and schools to speak on this subject in a way that resonates with young people so they can understand the severity of this pandemic and be part of the solution.

  • "Craig came from Teen Challenge today to give a talk about drugs to the S4 year group. I just feel compelled to let you know that in 25 years of teaching, l've just witnessed the best talk l've ever heard. Craig talked about his life experiences with drugs and it can best be described as spellbinding. Sometimes the S4 pupils can get distracted and fidgety during presentations. Not today! You could have heard a pin drop". - Mearns Castle High School,

  • "One of my main aims is not only to raise awareness about substance misuse but to let young people know that life is all about choices. Being a father myself, I am only too aware of the importance of a rewarding school life, gaining qualifications to enable young people to have the best possible start as they move into adulthood". - Craig McKenzie

  • Make good choices today so you don't regret tomorrow.

  • Each year, for the past 25 years, Teen Challenge has been speaking at local schools to inform staff and pupils about substance & alcohol abuse.

  • Craig speaks to over 20 different schools each year on this lifesaving subject. His presentations have been hailed as highly engaging and has led to better supporting the communities theses schools are in.