Giving women purpose and hope Working Chance helps women with criminal convictions - most of whom have been in prison - to develop their employability and self-belief and find a job they can thrive in. We work with employers of all sizes across all sectors, finding jobs with real career prospects fo...
Women in Prison is a unique, women-only organisation that provides gender-specialist support to women affected by the criminal justice system and campaigns to expose the injustice and damage caused to women and their families by imprisonment. WIP delivers a range of support and advice in women's pri...
We’re an independent charity that gives you the power to speak up to stop crime, 100% anonymously. Whoever you are, wherever you live, from communities to companies. By phone and online, 24/7, 365 days a year. We also share advice on how to protect the people you care about from crime, so everyone...
We are The Forward Trust (formerly RAPt and Blue Sky), the social business with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and producti...
Society throws many obstacles and challenges at our young people, and this degree gives you the chance to make a difference. Delve deeper into the frameworks, theories and methods of working with young people. Everyone has something worthwhile to contribute, so if you have the passion, join the BSc...
Trailblazers is a national charity set up to mentor young offenders (18-25), with the primary objective of helping to reduce their re-offending. Through weekly 1 hour, 1:1 mentoring sessions – both inside prisons and “through the gate” once they are released – we aim to educate, encourage and inspir...
We work within London communities to transform the life chances of children and young people who have social, emotional, and mental health needs. We bring a hands-on holistic and therapeuticautic approach through our different programs. Volunteer With Us Volunteer with us and you will get an opport...
We are a national social justice charity with more than 50 years’ experience of changing lives, building stronger communities and reducing crime. Many young people are being let down by the mainstream education system, which can often fail to meet their specific needs. School exclusions are on the ...
MANDEM is an online media platform that offers a unique space for young men of colour to express themselves through writing, music and film. On top of this, we provide a space for young people to engage in topical discussions centered around culture, politics and identity, while further encouraging ...
Welcome to Manhood Academy Global (M.A.G). M.A.G is a community-based company with a global reach that is committed to our children’s life-changing transformation opportunities.
Our unique ‘rites of passage’ is a fusion of;
Transformative Master classes
121 Intensive Life Coaching and Mentoring
...
Lives Not Knives supports young people up to the age of 24 into education, employment and training. LNK works with a broad range of local businesses – forging the connection between young people and prospective employers.
HMSC offers specialists advice on immigration, welfare and housing.
We run a system of triage (initial assessment) sessions on Mondays (between 11am and 1pm) and advice appointments on Tuesdays, where needed. Priority will be given to people on no pay or low income.
We are a migrant support centre ...
CARIS Haringey has been providing a holistic range of services for families in temporary accommodation since 1990.
We are the only organization in the London Borough of Haringey that exists solely to work with and for homeless families.
Our services are open to everyone in temporary accommodation i...
We run a range of programs for children and young people with disabilities, their carers and families.
Fun
Socialisation
Independent living skills
Art
Music
Theatre
Sport
Exercise
Learning opportunities
Respite
Day trips
We’ve got it all!
An educational centre which offers short, bespoke and accredited training to people, enabling them to develop skills and competencies in order to enhance their personal and professional development.
Our flagship programme is the Pocket Learner:
a multi-award-winning programme that enables parents, ...
We run weekly youth groups:
Join in at one of our youth clubs where you can take part in fun activities and socialise after school or come along and play football with us.
If you plan to pursue functional skills training or need to find a job, we can help you as you look for work:
both with the qu...
JusB provides support for young people aged 10 - 23 years old in Bromley on issues such as employment, housing, school, relationship support as well as music tuition and recreational fun.
Young people can meet and socialise safely, and discuss any issues they have with well trained youth workers.
W...
Our organisation provides Adult/youth mentors who can encourage the younger people aged 10-16 who come to our sessions to
attend school get help with homework
engage with others
to discuss issues they may have and find difficult to discuss with the adults around them
as well as enjoy playing A...
IN OUR HANDS TRAINING PROGRAMME
The IN OUR HANDS Training Programme supports young women in overcoming barriers to employment by both up-skilling them with a qualification in Nail Technology and by helping them to address other barriers to employment through a structured personal development progra...
A degree with West Ham United Foundation will push you closer to your desired career in football and sport. If you want to study Sport at University and experience outstanding opportunities within the Community Sports industry, this degree is for you. West Ham United Foundation and University of Ea...
We're a fun, friendly and dynamic organisation that uses theatre, media and music as a basis for educating and inspiring young people (and adults) to make positive choices about the issues that really affect them.
Simple, really!
Outside of school hours, we run hugely popular free-to-attend interac...
At CARAS, our groups are relaxed and allow people the time they need to settle and build friendships which allow them to grow in confidence, contribute ideas, share their worries and ask for support when necessary.
We also offer one-to-one intensive support for people in times of crisis or transitio...
Since we formed four years ago, Double Jab Boxing Club, in the heart of New Cross has been changing lives. Our coaching goes beyond boxing and teaches discipline, respect and commitment to all our members, giving them the moral foundations to tackle all that life will throw their way. Our diverse m...
Sounds Like Chaos is a company of teenagers in Deptford, South East London.
We specialise in making new, devised theatre and creative, community focused projects.
Our recent work includes:
Clickbait Karaoke
Part of Brewing In The Basement with Touretteshero at the Barbican
Fire In The Machine ...
From our base in Brixton, we provide a range of training, mentoring and professional arts projects to:
Develop creative talent
Learn music and media skills
Build confidence in a working environment
Find routes into employment.
There are a number of different ways to get involved with Raw Mat...
For the best in contemporary theatre and circus, a wide range of arts-based classes and activities, and a large-scale outreach programme for hard-to-reach communities.
A cultural and creative hub.
Jacksons Lane is the flagship arts and cultural venue in Haringey, creating a year-round programme tha...
Bexley Youth Council is inclusive and represents all voices of young people living or educated in the Bexley Borough aged 11 to 18.
The BYC works in partnership with a range of services and providers including the community sector to highlight and improve issues impacting young people in Bexley.
...
Abianda is a social enterprise that works with young women affected by gangs
We offer one-to-one, group work and employment opportunities to gang-affected young women aged 11-24.
We change the way services are delivered by shifting the central question:
From - What is she doing wrong?
To - How ha...
We provide support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem.
We campaign to improve services and are committed to empowering local residents, promoting wellbeing and supporting recovery.
We provide:
Advocacy
Youth services and online resources
Emergency services counselling
Empl...
Our aim is that everyone with a mental health problem can enjoy the benefits of working life.
Helping people get work and keep work, supporting employers and campaigning against mental health stigma - we make a real difference to the lives of Londoners.
At Twining Enterprise we wholeheartedly belie...
Green Corridor is a registered charity and approved Section 41 Specialist Education Provider for young people aged 16-25 with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and those who are not in Education, Employment or Training (NEET).
We run accredited vocational courses in Horticulture and Catering as well a...
If you live in the borough of Hounslow and are unemployed, we can offer you support to find work.
Work support you can get:
skills assessment
one-to-one support and group workshops
CV advice
assistance with applications
interview practice
meet careers advisers
To find out more simply cont...
We are always looking for people to help spread the word and get involved in events, education, administration, press, web design, marketing, workshop preparation, community classes and all aspects of the organisations work.
Please contact the office to find out how you could get involved.
You can ...
Welcome to your Heston West Big Local (HWBL). Bringing it all together – Heston West will have a strong and authentic identity reflecting everyday local life. It will be a place where residents have pride in their community and have access to great opportunities to develop their work and life skill...
With guiding girls have fun, adventure and the space to discover their potential
They go to their first ever sleepover, canoe on rivers, learn about body confidence, and lead their own camp.
Or sometimes they simply have fun and try new things with friends.
Girls take what they do in guiding with ...
Develop your volunteering and personal development opportunities through the VPC. Have fun, exciting experiences and learn about policing.
Would you like to join the fastest growing uniformed youth group in the UK?
Volunteer Police Cadets are found in a growing number of cities, towns and communiti...
AE-Codekidz offers a variety of coding programmes for kids both during term time and during school holidays:
Fundamentals of Programming
Girls in technology
Robotics
Python
Game Design
Web Development
Java
Everything You Need for Eating Disorders
We believe that you have the right to get the best help from someone who cares and understands.
We believe that therapists deserve the best training and ongoing support to empower their work.
This is our mission for people with anorexia, bulimia, binge and ...
Ellern Mede Eating Disorder Services is widely regarded as the UK’s most specialist provider of intensive inpatient and outpatient treatment for children and young people.
We have two hospitals, both based in North London, the first is at Ridgeway and the second is at Barnet.
We also offer flexible...
The Vincent Square Eating Disorder Service offers a range of specialist services for women and men aged 18 years and over suffering from anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and other eating disorders. The service is located in Kensington (London) and provides a range of eating disorder treatments incl...
Youthline: 0808 801 0711 Adult Helpline: 0808 801 0677 Beat is the UK’s eating disorder charity. We exist to end the pain and suffering caused by eating disorders. We are a champion, guide and friend to anyone affected, giving individuals experiencing an eating disorder and their loved ones a ...
We are a vibrant Youth and Community Organisation in the heart of Hounslow.
Clubs & Activities:
Agents for Change (ages 13-18)
The Allotment Project (ages 8-18)
Holiday Provisions (all ages)
Young people living in Hounslow, aged between 7 and 18, come along to take part in a big range of...
The Triangle is London’s oldest on site adventure playground offering free play to all young people aged 6 - 17.
What we do:
free play 5 days a week
activities and structures on site
trips and special outings
engage local community of all ages
offer employment opportunities
provide safe pla...
Holloway Neighbourhood Group is a local charity working in the London Borough of Islington.
We deliver affordable counselling, complementary therapies and social support.
If you are experiencing anxiety, depression or a stress related health condition you can speak, in confidence, to one of our tea...
ELBA brings about positive change in east London and beyond through a range of programmes:
Business skills volunteering – from short-term, one-off assignments to longer-term projects
supporting community organisations to access skills such as business planning, HR, IT, project management and mark...
The Acton Arts Project is a bid to turn the disused Old Library building on Acton High Street into a vibrant, community-led arts centre and cultural hub. Our vision is to improve the lives of local residents and strengthen community spirit by providing an inspirational, creative space in which the d...
We help young people to bring their start-up ideas to life. Social Ark CIC is a social enterprise incubator programme, based in Tower Hamlets, that supports young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to use their lived experiences to develop social businesses of their own. We also deliver our busi...
The Positive Youth Engagement Programme (PYEP) supports over 200 young people aged 8-19 from all over Hackney via: After school and evening activities at 1 Poole Road - Sports, drama, arts and creative projects and workshops Primary and Secondary youth development sessions at Frampton Park Youth ...
Petit Miracles are an upcycling organisation who offer workshops and have created a centre for entrepreneurship and hosting local businesses in our inspiring and creative retail space by the West 12 Shopping centre.
Each entrepreneur has their own space to showcase and sell their products, as well a...
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