The skills needed to succeed in real life and work are often different from those taught in exams and classrooms. While traditional schooling and exams are the most common way to begin your career, they are not the only route. We believe that your future can be made outside the classroom. We helpe...

Traineeships with top level companies. Come and learn with us and get a guaranteed interview and work experience. We are a friendly and supportive team and we want you to succeed. Our entry requirements are that you are 19 and above, on benefits and you don't have a qualification above a level 2. ...

The Social Switch Project with the support of Google.org, and delivered by Creative Media Network, are training creative and motivated young people to be social media managers and develop sustainable digital careers. This three-week programme includes mentoring and a unique two week placement for ea...

Youth Groups Gendered Intelligence runs a range of youth groups in London, Leeds and Bristol for young trans people, non-binary and questioning young people aged under 21. We also run a peer-led support group in London for those aged 18-30. Young trans people aged 8 or over are welcome to attend ou...

Well Happy is a free health app which aims to help young people in London age 12-25 to find local support services in and around London including mental health, sexual health, drugs, alcohol and stop smoking services. Well Happy empowers young people to take control of their health and includes a nu...

We are a women’s charity working in a number of ways to help women through the law. Our vital services aim to provide women with the legal advice and information they need to understand and use the law and their legal rights. We also work to improve the law for women and increase women’s access to ...

We help people who have nowhere to go and no-one to turn to. Some are homeless, others are struggling to cope with the pressures in their lives and need our support to keep on track. Working across Kent and the south east, we help vulnerable and isolated people get support with their mental health,...

AccessUK provides a comprehensive and bespoke careers services for marginalised and disadvantaged service users particularly those from the Black and Minority Ethnic community(BAME). AccessUK also offers solutions for gang members and youth offenders. We have embedded innovative interventions in ou...

We believe when you change your thinking, you can change your world. “Grit sets out to show young people they are worth something; that in one way or another they are capable of achievement that deserves and earns the respect of others. Grit is an inspiration to them and has been an inspiration to m...

Young Urban Arts Foundation workshops and programmes empower young people to express themselves and develop their talents in an exciting range of arts. We offer e.g: singing rapping songwriting graphic design cinematography radio presenting creative workshops school holiday tours a range ...

Young Women's Trust supports young women aged 18-30 in England and Wales, especially those struggling to live on low or no pay, to get into work that is right for them. We work in three ways: Give you a voice – through PARTICIPATION and ADVOCACY we ensure that you can create change. Campaign for...

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...

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...

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 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.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

Under-18s guide to quitting smoking Click the link for more detailed advice and links to support and resources.

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...

Gloves Not Gunz is based in Croydon & South London. We aim to prevent & divert young people from crime, antisocial behaviour, exclusion from education and ‘care’ through building positive relationships, education, diversion activities and community cohesion. We specialise in using sport as ...

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...