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At Redthread we work shoulder to shoulder with NHS colleagues. Since beginning our Youth Violence Intervention Programme at Kings College Hospital 15 years ago, we’ve been in emergency departments reaching young victims of violence and helping them to recover and turn their lives around. Covid-19 a...
Free2Learn provides free training courses for those in unemployment to help them apply for, secure, and maintain employment. Free2learn is closely monitoring the advice given by the Government regarding the COVID-19 (Coronavirus). At this point, although some of our centres will be physically close...
NAZ provides counselling and psychotherapy to those experiencing difficulties with their sexuality, relationships and sexual health. We work with adults, and specialise in working with people from BAME communities. Our counsellors have a range of languages and backgrounds What we can offer Our co...
Movement to Work offers two free online learning programmes to develop your employability skills. These programmes are free to join, easily accessible and can be used at any time. The Skills to Succeed Academy is a free, interactive, online employability training programme focused on building the s...
Al-Anon Family Groups offers free and inclusive meetings for the benefit of the relatives and friends of drinkers. Given the recent outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19) we wanted to reassure you that Al-Anon Family Groups is still available to provide support to anyone whose life is, or has been, affe...
Doctors of the World are really pleased to be able to share with you Coronavirus (COVID-19) advice for patients in 34 languages, which were produced in partnership with the British Red Cross, Migrant Help and Clear Voice: The complete list: English, Albanian, Amharic, Arabic, Armenian, Bengali, Bulg...
HOPELINEUK advisers want to work with you to understand why these thoughts of suicide might be present. They also want to provide you with a safe space to talk through anything happening in your life that could be impacting on your or anyone else’s ability to stay safe. For children and young peo...
Self-care is about the things we can do to look after our own mental health Young people told us that when they are struggling they are usually told to see a professional. They don’t often get much advice about how they could help themselves. So, we spoke to professionals and looked at academic res...
There is much that each one of us can do to support the wellbeing of those in our lives, including children and young people who may already be vulnerable or suffering from mental health difficulties. We don't know whether the coronavirus situation will impact on children and young people's mental h...
We’re a Social Mobility Charity, helping young people in London to learn about and access jobs in the financial, professional and related services (banking, insurance, corporate law, accountancy and related firms such as tech). To be eligible candidates need to be: Currently studying A levels (or...
Does this sound familiar? Time’s a great healer Are you better now? Pull yourself together Don’t be sad all the time Life will get back to normal soon Go back to school and get on with it Let’s go out clubbing and have fun Nothing is the same after the death of a parent, brother or sister....
We provide 1-1 counselling, coaching, groupwork, supervision and training addressing dyslexia related issues, either at our North London base; by Skype or by referral via our GroOops Dyslexia Aware Emotional Wellbeing and Counselling Network. We can provide keynote speeches, lectures and workshops w...
The UK Israeli Dance Institute (IDI) aims to encourage as many people as possible to join the circle of Israeli dance enthusiasts around the world and engage with Israel through culture and shared heritage. We have developed a youth dance programme for Israel 70 which is aimed at people in youth mov...
Jami is the specialist provider of mental health services in the Jewish community We understand that everyone’s experience of mental illness is different. We provide practical and emotional support for everyone affected by a mental health problem, the person with the diagnosis, friend, relative or ...
At JVN, volunteers come first. We treat everyone who comes to us as an individual and help to find them a volunteering opportunity that suits their interests, skills and availability. This is made possible by: Our extensive database of opportunities housed on our website and mobile app Bespoke o...
Jewish Women's Aid is the only specialist organisation in the UK supporting Jewish women and children affected by domestic abuse & sexual violence. No Jewish woman should have to face this alone. We are here to help. This is what Jewish Women's Aid does: Domestic Violence & Abuse (DVA) ...
Maccabi GB and its affiliates are Britain’s leading Anglo-Jewish Sports, Health and Wellbeing Charity and has flourished for nearly 80 years. Operating in over 70 countries, our mission is to support the long term future of British Jewry by engaging and developing the entire Jewish Community with a ...
Our Time helps young people dealing with parental mental illness. We make sure they get the support they need and have their voices heard. 1) We’ve established monthly KidsTime Workshops throughout the UK, where young people at risk of isolation and exclusion are supported. These friendly sessions...
We’re the UK's largest provider of relationship support, and in 2019 we helped over two million people of all ages, backgrounds, sexual orientations and gender identities to strengthen their relationships. Relate has increased the availability of our highly trained counsellors to support everyone’s...
Resources for Autism provide practical services for children and adults with a diagnosis of autism and for those who love and care for them. All our staff and volunteers are autism trained and our services are designed to be welcoming and accepting of users, whatever their level of need and support....
We are a specialist stables in North London which exlusively serves vulnerable or disadvantaged young people and adults. The Centre is easily accessible from either Edgware or Stanmore underground stations and our clients come from all over London. The Partners: Strength in Horses: Qualified Cli...
We engage inner-city young people through skiing and snowboarding to provide life skills training, nationally recognised qualifications and work experience to increase their motivations and aspirations, enabling them to gain employment in the snowsports industry and beyond. Our Programme Journey Mo...
Youth Employment UK is an independent, not for profit social enterprise founded in 2012 to tackle youth unemployment. Our Skills and Careers Hub provides 14-24 year olds with free resources, advice and guidance. Designed with input from young people, the Skills and Careers Hub offers practical tools...
Straight Talking employs and trains Teenage Mothers and Young Fathers to educate young people about early parenthood, relationships, knife crime and other issues that affect young people’s lives, preventing them from making the same mistakes and keeping them safe from harm. Educate We run courses ...
Youth for Youth is The Together Plan’s social action youth programme, offering young adults, aged 17 to 30, the opportunity to make a difference, not only in their own lives, but in the lives of others as well. Youth for Youth was conceived in 2010 by a group of young adults, invited by The Together...
Teens Health is an educational site created to educate young people and provide answers to questions on the following topics: Body Mind Sexual Health Food & Fitness Diseases & Conditions Infections Drugs & Alcohol School & Jobs Sports Expert Answers (Q&A) Staying Safe...
Every 6.5 seconds someone dies from tobacco use, says the World Health Organization. Research suggests that people who start smoking in their teens and continue for 2 decades or more will die 20-25 years earlier than those who never light up. QUIT’s youth service are here to help young people make ...
At The Academy all these disciplines of Chinese Martial Arts are taught under one roof: Tai Chi, Qigong Meditation Wing Chun traditional Wushu International Shaolin kickboxing (San Shou) floor gymnastics All abilities and ages are welcome and whether you want to learn a new skill, stay heal...
The Beck Youth Theatre (BYT) is an independent theatre company, consisting of about 90 members between the ages of 8 - 19. BYT is one of the most exciting and professional youth theatre companies in the West London area. Their objectives are to promote the education of young people in the apprecia...
At Shentie we pride ourselves on not only teaching a skill for life, but also helping improve children's concentration, social skills, self discipline and focus at school. Shentie is a unique mixture of Karate, Kickboxing and Kung Fu. In Chinese, Shentie means unrestricted, open minded which is how ...
Overcome is a Parkour Generations outreach and social responsibility initiative that utilises the incredibly powerful vehicle of parkour movement training to help people overcome obstacles in their lives, be they physical, mental, social or indeed anything that hinders or impedes a full life for that...
Are you looking for a women's basketball club in London? Love Basketball Academy is the perfect Club for you! We specialise in providing quality, competitive and fun sessions for all our players. We are the Biggest Women’s Basketball club in London. Whether you are an experienced player or a comp...
London Basketball Association is a small but intensely committed organisation, built up and employing directly from the very communities within which we work. We operate within the ‘sport for development’ sector and aim to bring positive social change in areas such as health and wellbeing, substance...
We provide music industry-focused mental health recovery services in hospitals and the community for musicians, song writers, lyricists, producers, vocalists and MC’s. Our award-winning approach promotes wellbeing and recovery through studio sessions, artist development and live performance supporte...
At the English Folk Dance and Song Society, we champion the English traditional arts as part of the rich and diverse cultural landscape of the UK We deliver programmes of learning and participation and artists development: through our arts venue, Cecil Sharp House through our library and archive...
Good Vibrations is an award-winning national charity using communal-music making to support people in challenging circumstances with additional needs. We are not just about developing team working and key skills. We also produce the very best in new gamelan music. What we do: Gamelan courses Lo...
At the Centre for Young Musicians we’re passionate about music, and so are our students. Many go on to have successful careers in music and the performing arts, or simply have the time of their lives taking their musical ambitions to the next level. Our vibrant Saturday Music School is perfect for y...
THE NEXT LEVEL QUALIFICATION Coming in September 2020, T Levels are a two-year qualification that will help you build the future you want. YOUR FUTURE WORKFORCE T Levels include a 45-day industry placement that can help you find and develop new talent. 80% CLASSROOM, 20% WORK T Level students sp...
The Social Mobility Foundation (SMF) is a charity which aims to make a practical improvement in social mobility for young people and provide networks of support for 16-17 year olds who are unable to get them from their schools or families. As well as extending support to young people at university a...
Students for Cooperation is a newly established national body created to help develop and support student co-operatives across the UK. It is democratically controlled and owned by its constituent co-ops and works to create new groups by providing training, workshops and support. It aims to create a...
AltGen supports 18-29 year olds to set up workers co-operatives as a way of reclaiming control over our work and creating a more equal and sustainable economy. We are told time and time again that we are the generation without a future – the first ever to inherit an economic reality worse than the g...
At Future Path, we aspire to be known as the foremost provider of demand-led services that change people's lives. Delivery of employment and skills support to the most disadvantaged communities: Through our directly delivered services, we work with unemployed adults to bring about lasting, positive...
Services for Young People: Schools' Matinees Chance to Dance Our Chance to Dance programme offers creative dance workshops in primary schools across Lambeth, Southwark and Thurrock and supports children to develop their dance and performance skills. Young Creatives Our choreographic programme fo...
Making London the most physically active city in the world. Supported by Sport England and the Mayor of London, our target is to get Londoners more physically active. Whether it’s directly or indirectly, we are here to help grassroots physical activity and sport clubs to thrive and spend more time ...
London Tigers is an award winning charity working with disadvantaged people to improve their lives We work to eradicate the inequalities faced by BAME, disadvantaged and refugee communities by empowering them to improve their lives. We work on: Upskilling People Keeping Communities Safe Improv...
At Disability Sports Coach we believe that disabled people should be physically active.
We provide valuable sport and physical activity opportunities that positively impact the lives of people with special needs.
Our Community Clubs are award-winning weekly sports activities for all disabled peo...
Our Apprenticeships in the UK allow you to combine work and study with the opportunity to gain a formal qualification from Foundation level to degree level. They provide you an alternative to A-level and university paths with a range of different learning methods such as workplace teaching, classroo...
Work for an iconic brand that keeps London moving every day. With many TFL apprenticeships to choose from, we’re here to help you make the right choice. We’re proud to be an award-winning employer when it comes to work-life balance and we invest a lot in our apprentices. All the apprenticeship rol...
One in 50 jobs across the Tideway sites is an apprenticeship, and since work started on the super sewer in 2014, apprenticeships have been offered in areas ranging from civil engineering to construction, boatmasters, business administration and digital engineering. More than 100 apprenticeships have...
Get an apprenticeship that will help you build your career. Kickstart your career today We work with the best employers to build a high quality apprenticeship for you. We want you to realise your full potential and an apprenticeship should only be the first step in a successful career. We want to...
City Gateway Women’s Programmes provide exciting opportunities for local women to gain independence, grow in confidence, access employment and develop skills in a supportive community environment. Our Women’s Programmes Centre in Stepney is a friendly, busy place, which welcomes over 130 women each ...
HITZ is Premiership Rugby's award-winning education and employability programme which works with over 2,000 14-18 year olds across England every year. HITZ uses rugby's core values of teamwork, respect, enjoyment, discipline and sportsmanship to support and develop young people not in education, tra...
Visit our website to learn more about the great opportunities Apprenticeships offer! Earn and learn across a variety of exciting sectors and jobs, improving your skills, gaining valuable experience and boosting your career from the very beginning. These programmes are suitable for those already in ...
Are you in Year 12? Our free summer schools give you a great chance to explore university life and discover what your course will really be like. What will I do? You'll attend a range of lectures, seminars and hands-on workshops taught by our leading academics, giving you an in-depth taste of st...
SOAS, University of London is the only university in the UK specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Middle East. SOAS summer schools grapple with some of the pressing issues: democracy development human rights identity poverty religion social change — confronting these regions...
Eton College has run a residential summer school for students with ambitions to apply to the best universities in this country and abroad since 1982. This 10 day residential course is designed to really stretch Year 12 students academically & provide help with applying to the most competitive un...
UCL run their own programme of residential & non-residential summer schools. Subject covered include Engineering Pharmacy Space Science Architecture Fine Art Philosophy FREE – ELIGABILITY CRITERIA APPLY Click the link provided for more information.
Want to get ahead with your university applications? Want to stand out and have good stuff for your personal statement? Summer schools are a brilliant way to show your commitment & engagement with your subjects, and to get a taste of undergraduate life. Taster courses are provided by some univ...
Our award-winning apprenticeship scheme, Team Talent has helped many young people start their careers in the tech sector. Optimity was founded in 2003, and started out by repairing computers and installing telephone lines for SMEs in London. We have helped thousands of businesses to get a faster co...
We are a charity providing health and wellbeing services, helping people unleash their unique potential and live healthier, safer and more fulfilling lives. Please visit our website for more information on each of our services and guidance on how to contact us. Enfield (SORT IT!) A free, confidenti...
The Care Leaver Covenant provides opportunities to help care leavers live happy and successful independent lives. Whether you are looking for work, educational opportunities or other forms of support the Care Leaver Covenant is a great place to start. We currently have opportunities in London with ...
We Provide Support For those affected by knife crime We understand what it’s like to feel devastated, frightened, stigmatised and even ostracized. As the friends and family of a victim of knife crime ourselves, we understand and relate to the challenges you are facing. For future generations We a...
St Christopher’s is a charity creating brighter futures for children and young people in care. As a leading provider of children's services, we always seek to develop our practice and find new ways of supporting young people.
St Christopher’s works with children and young people in care and on the e...
Working together with young people and families in their homes and communities to create and sustain positive changes, using high quality outcome-based psychological therapeutic based interventions.
Rangers is for all girls aged 14-18 Rangers wear a brand new uniform, meet up regularly, have fun doing activities together and be recognised for their achievements with badges and awards. Whatever you want to do, Rangers offers a range of unique opportunities. In Rangers you'll follow our programm...
