OUR VISION Welcoming and enabling refugees in Kingston to become valued members of our community. OUR MISSION Supporting, advising and empowering refugees and asylum seekers towards building fulfilled and independent lives through skills development, advice, counselling, and assistance in access t...

We are Mind in Kingston. We are here to ensure that everyone with a mental health issue in and around the borough of Kingston Upon Thames get support and respect. We are an independent registered charity affiliated to National Mind and part of the Mind federated network. Operational since 1972, we p...

We don’t think anyone in our community should have to face going hungry. That’s why we provide three days’ nutritionally balanced emergency food and support to local people who are referred to us in crisis. We are part of a nationwide network of foodbanks, supported by The Trussell Trust, working t...

It all starts with a safe place to sleep. In Kingston and area, 1 in 3 homeless persons is a youth. Each year, we offer assistance to approximately 200 youth through a variety of programs – each with a different means of accomplishing the same goal: ensuring homeless youth do not become homeless adu...

The Youth Services team provides a FREE and non-judgemental space to support anyone between 12-25 years with links to the City of Kingston. We also offer you a variety of groups and programs to join to meet new people or learn new skills. Youth Work Support and Counselling Our Youth Work Supp...

We are the independent champion for people who use health and social care services. We’re here to make sure that those running services, put people at the heart of care.  Our sole purpose is to understand the needs, experiences and concerns of people who use health and social care services and...

We are the independent champion for people who use health and social care services. We’re here to make sure that those running services, put people at the heart of care.  Our sole purpose is to understand the needs, experiences and concerns of people who use health and social care services and to sp...

We are Youth Out Loud!- a group of young people aged 13-17. We work with Healthwatch in Kingston and in Richmond and we use our voices to make health and care services better for young people. We do this by making films, doing surveys, visiting and viewing local services, and making sure young peop...

Way2Work is a professional UK based Apprenticeship training provider offering apprenticeship vacancies and full-time job opportunities for young people aged 16-24 with local employers who value and encourage them to achieve their full potential. Way2Work operates as part of Achieving for Children; a...

very two years across Richmond and Kingston Schools, colleges and youth clubs, democratic elections take place, which ensure young people from both boroughs have the opportunity to vote for their representative. Once elected, youth council reps actively represent the views, concerns and aspirations ...

Vinspired is a digital platform that connects young people with volunteering opportunities. Vinspired Exchange Vinspired helps you search for the perfect local volunteering role for you and make your mark on your community. Get recognised - log your hours Just log the hours you spend volunteeri...

The Sport and Recreation Alliance works to create a volunteering sector that is growing, representative, and accessible, drawing on the widest range of skills and experience from society and one that understands the importance of investing in volunteers and volunteer management. We focus on putting ...

Interested in getting to know and supporting a young disabled teen aged 14-17? Richmond AID have fantastic volunteering opportunities with our BuddyUp project! Become a ‘Buddy’ to a young person with a disability (for volunteers aged 16+). Help someone build independence on public transport and ou...

Supporting the voluntary sector in Richmond We are an independent infrastructure organisation,  providing dedicated support to the many Voluntary and Community Sector organisations in the borough of Richmond upon Thames. 'Our vision is for strong, vibrant communities that are open, inclusive and at ...

Connected Kingston is a site dedicated to helping Kingston residents find local activities and navigate local services. It is run by the Royal Borough of Kingston Council and Kingston Voluntary Action in conjunction with local charities and statutory organisations. Special training is available to an...

Volunteering Kingston is the service for Volunteers and Active Citizens within the Royal Borough of Kingston-upon-Thames. Whether you live, work or study in the Borough we can support all aspects of volunteering: Helping individuals to register and become volunteers and active citizens Assisting...

ALS is Haringey’s lifelong learning service for people aged 19 and over. We aim to be open, welcoming and supportive. People join our courses because they want to: Upskill to get better work or earn more Reskill to switch careers Keep healthy, active and well Get more fully involved and integr...

Are you up for fun, adventure, incredible experiences and making new friends? Are you looking for something to give you the edge in life? Then welcome to the RAF Air Cadets. Better known as the 'Air Cadets', we’re a UK-wide cadet force with more than 40,000 members aged between 12 and 20 years. We'r...

Are you up for fun, adventure, incredible experiences and making new friends? Are you looking for something to give you the edge in life? Then welcome to the RAF Air Cadets. Better known as the 'Air Cadets', we’re a UK-wide cadet force with more than 40,000 members aged between 12 and 20 years. We'r...

Are you up for fun, adventure, incredible experiences and making new friends? Are you looking for something to give you the edge in life? Then welcome to the RAF Air Cadets. Better known as the 'Air Cadets', we’re a UK-wide cadet force with more than 40,000 members aged between 12 and 20 years. We'r...

Information on the contraceptive and sexual health services in Barking, Havering, and Redbridge which are accessible to young people. Our services currently run from Barking Community Hospital and Loxford Polyclinic only Our sexual health services at Queen's Hospital, Loxford and Hainault clinics a...

Join the Youth Council and make a difference to your borough Are you: fed up with feeling like there's nothing for young people to do? think nobody ever listens to your views? wish you had more control over what happens in Redbridge? aged between 11 and 19 and living and/or studying in Redbrid...

Redbridge Institute is a great place for adults to learn. Learning here is informal, rewarding and enjoyable. Learners value our open and welcoming atmosphere which encourages a mix of different groups of people to work together. We are proud of our local and national reputation for success. Ofste...

Employment support  Looking for a job can be a job in itself. We are here to help make the whole process easier for you. We can give you impartial information, advice and help you apply for the jobs you want.  The Work Redbridge service is open to any Redbridge resident aged 18 or older. Our advi...

Youth Employment Skills is a free service for young Londoners aged 16-24. We provide specialist, expert support to move you into a new opportunity. This could be working, learning or training. What we offer: 1-2-1 meetings with a friendly Caseworker Exclusive job and apprenticeship opportunitie...

Our Able2 project provides individually-tailored support for young Londoners, aged 16 to 24 with a physical disability or long term health condition, who are Not in Employment, Education or Training (NEET), and require intensive assistance to achieve sustained education, training, or employment r...

In the new world of work, one thing is certain: the demand for digital skills is here to stay. We believe that every person in the UK should have the opportunity to learn the skills needed to master technology and succeed in a tech-enabled world. No matter your ambition, where you’re starting from,...

Third Sector Jobs is the offical job board of Third Sector Magazine, designed to help you find the right charity jobs easily and as quickly as possible. Looking for a charity job where you can make a difference? Whether you're looking for your first charity job or a more senior charity or fundraisi...

Welcome to First Rung! First Rung have been supporting young people across North London since 1983, helping them make that first step into a good job with training and prospects. The team is passionate about delivering the very best training and personal support in a dynamic, fun and friendly enviro...

Grand Union excels at spectacular shows featuring professional performers. We also produce similar work with amateur and student performers, often custom-tailored to local needs, and including participatory workshops and education activities. GUO is well-known for bringing together musicians from a...