50 Life Changing Years: The Enduring Social Impact of the King’s Trust

Youth charity The King’s Trust (formerly The Prince’s Trust) recently launched its 50th anniversary social impact report, supported by long-standing partner TK Maxx–50 Years of Working for Young People. The report finds The Trust’s programmes have contributed at least £11.4 billion of value to society in its 50 year legacy. It is published as almost 950,000 young people in the UK are out of work, education and training and reveals widespread anxiety among 16-25-year-olds about their job security and future careers. An £11 Billion Legacy The report analyses The Trust’s…

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The First Minister’s Start Up Challenge

Young entrepreneurs will be supported to turn their ideas into successful businesses through a new Scottish Government programme. The First Minister’s Start Up Challenge will empower young people aged 18 – 30 from disadvantaged or underrepresented backgrounds to start innovative businesses. Delivered in partnership with The King’s Trust and social enterprise Dechomai, around 20 participants will be selected for a six-month accelerated entrepreneurial apprenticeship. This will provide tailored support and access to masterclasses, workshops and hands-on experience. Participants will receive a £500 “Test Your Business” grant, with those ready to…

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