Summary: Over the past 10 years, Drive Forward Foundation has been lucky to benefit from the work expertise of the many volunteers, professional mentors and corporate partners who have collaborated with young people with care-experience. Drive Forward are keen to continue this momentum and have adapted to a new virtual way of working. Businesses and individual volunteers can help Drive Forward to continue to foster young people’s self-esteem, enhance employability skills and keep motivation high through a variety of virtual platforms. 

To learn how you can get involved contact miranda@driveforwardfoundation.org or head to https://driveforwardfoundation.org/what-can-i-do-covid19/ 

Summary: 

Devicesdotnow have announced the launch of Digital Skills week. The event will involve a week of interactive virtual meetings and events hosted in partnership with thought leaders, influencers and industry. 

The virtual kick-off event will be on Monday, the 18th of May at 10am with a session hosted by Futuredotnow Chair Sir Peter Estlin. In this session there will also be some exciting VIP guests reflecting on the period since the organisations launch and doing some future gazing into a post Covid-19 world.

Visit the website at www.futuredotnow.uk/digital-skills-week to find out what’s in store for the rest of the week and to access the links you need to sign up. Make sure you register your interest early to secure your place. 

Summary: Digital and numeracy skills are amongst those that are most sought after by employers, and can help you progress in work and boost your job prospects. Digital skills can be anything from using social media and staying safe online to coding, programming or digital marketing.

The Department of Education has released a selection of free and high quality courses put together in collaboration with experts. Find a level and time to study that’s right for you. The Skills Toolkit makes it easy for you to boost your skills.

Find free, high quality digital and numeracy courses in The Skills Toolkit HERE

Summary:  Street League is the UK’s leading Sports for Employment Charity that works with young people aged 16 – 24 that are currently not engaging in any education, training or employment opportunities. 

What is on offer during COVID-19:

• One to one career support and guidance via phone calls or video calls to young people Monday – Friday 9.30am – 4.00pm
• Remote sessions in writing CV’s / Covering Letters
• Interview practice via telephone or video call
• Signposting to training courses such as Level 2 Safeguarding and many other opportunities from varied sectors 
• Online Sport Content via our social media platforms and Home-Based Fitness / Dance Plans

To find out more contact anna.forster@streetleague.co.uk  or sabina.yesmin@streetleague.co.uk you can also head to www.streetleague.co.uk

Summary: Aged 16-30 and need help? Or know someone who needs it? Prince’s Trust has launched its #StartSomething campaign, pulling together useful advice, guidance and resources so young people can continue to upskill by developing their confidence and abilities during this challenging time, as well as finding the answers to pressing questions on work and self-employment. 

Prince’s Trust has also launched a #StartSomething #PrincesTrust Live Online chat – whether you’re struggling to find employment or need support with your business, talk to them today: HERE

Summary: A free business webinar will be delivered by Prince’s Trust in partnership with training organisation RHG Consult for young people to learn all about self-employment and how to set up and run their own business. Webinar topics include marketing, invoicing, taxation, finances, skills for business and funding. This programme will be open to anyone aged 18-30, and not in education, employment or training.

Limited places available!  To join the course or to find out more call 0800 842 842 or 07442 538 794

Find out more HERE

Summary:  retailTRUST offers a wide range of guidance and tools to help retail colleagues, young people and their families to manage their wellbeing during the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19 has created unprecedented challenges for society and the retail community. There has never been a more important time for us all to support one another as well as those on retail’s frontline. The Trust offers a wide range of guidance and tools to help retail colleagues, young people and their families to manage their wellbeing during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Personalised wellbeing support

Access dedicated articles, resources and guidance on COVID-19 through the retailTRUST wellbeing site myrtwellbeing.org.uk 

Non-repayable grants

If you are suffering financially due to COVID-19, you can apply for a non-repayable grants to support you during this difficult time. Click here more information. 

CaRe20 fundraising appeal

Working in partnership with the British Retail Consortium and RWRC (the home of Retail Week and World Retail Congress), retailTRUST has launched ‘CaRe20 – Caring for Retail during COVID-19’. The fundraising appeal will offer a lifeline to those on retail’s frontline who are putting their customer’s health and wellbeing before their own. 

The financial grants will help retail workers, young people and their families with:

• Grants to help with food, essential bills, childcare and other necessities
• Telephone and online counselling to help those with stress and anxiety
• Retraining needs for those facing a redundancy or seeking a new role.

Click here for more details or if you would like to pledge your support.

Re-skilling initiative

The charity has created a selection of digital training resources available at myrtwellbeing.org.uk to help you get back in to work or re-skill after the COVID-19 crisis. These include:

• How to create a CV
• How to prepare for an interview
• Core skills to help you at work
• Supply chain and distribution skills.

In the coming weeks, we will also be offering a series of FREE work-ready webinars designed to help those that are unemployed back into the world of work with the relevant skills, knowledge and confidence. 

Who is your #RetailHero?

The Trust is sharing their appreciation for those working on retail’s frontline through the #RetailHero social campaign. Get involved and nominate an incredible friend, family member or your local retail worker during this difficult time. 

Tell retailTRUST in a comment on their social channels and use the hashtag #RetailHero. Feel free to tag your #RetailHero along with a photo or video of them to encourage people to donate to the CaRe20 campaign.

To find out more visit retailtrust.org.uk or email the team at info@retailtrust.org.uk 

 

 

Summary: According to Youth Employment UK, as coronavirus changes the jobs landscape, young people are one of the groups suffering the most. They suggest that young people will be affected even when lock-down is lifted. Youth Employment UK presents five key asks to the government to ensure young people don’t suffer in the long-term.

Read more HERE

In addition, Youth Employment UK has launched an online hub with Coronavirus Advice For Students And Young People. 

Read more HERE

Summary: In response to COVID-19, The 5% Club has collated some useful information and resources to help support apprenticeships and early talent. 

Find out more HERE.

Summary: Learners who join LLC Online Learning will have the opportunity to receive one-to-one support from an assigned tutor, high-quality studying material with unlimited access for 5 years, and gain a nationally recognised qualification. This can be achieved from the comfort of your own homes, furthermore, subject to eligibility, a range of courses are free for adults.

Find out more HERE