News: Thought piece

Just over a year ago, the British Chambers of Commerce highlighted growing concern from businesses about a “lost generation” of young people at risk of being locked out of work, training and opportunity. Since then, the picture has begun to shift. While the challenges remain real, the last year has also shown what is possible when policy, practice and youth voice come together.

Anna recently joined the Supported Internship programme run at Royal Borough of Greenwich. We look back at her first rotation in one of the Council’s busy Commissioning teams.

Youth Employment Week is here and today, Laura Murphy, Health and Wellbeing Manager at Unity Works is looking at today’s theme: Discovering Careers through the lense of Work Experience.

Youth Employment Week is here and today we’re celebrating today’s theme Opportunities for All through the lense of Laura Murphy, Health and Wellbeing Manager at Unity Works.

Sam, Thera South West's Service Quality Director, updates us on what she's gotten up to over the last month

Group Lead Directors for Quality and Involvement, Andrew Bright and Sara Danby were invited to Paris to celebrate the 2024 Paralympic Games. In today’s blog Andrew talks about what it was like to travel around as a person with a learning disability, and the importance of representation.

Sam, Service Quality Director for Thera South West, fills us in on her adventures at a Fun Day, as well as important new tasks she has undertaken.

Every individual, regardless of their background, culture, gender or abilities, should have access to meaningful employment opportunities. Employability Day is a crucial reminder that despite progress, this ideal is far from a reality in our society.

Sam Avery, Service Quality Director for Thera South West reflects on her previous month as she goes on visits with a Board Member and discusses her role with a Non-executive as she hits half a year spent in her role.

Sam reflects on the pride of winning an accessibility award, but also how much work is still needed for a accessible society.