Movement to Work believes we can #EmergeStronger from COVID-19
We help #YoungPeopleWork – it works for them, it works for business, it works for society.
See below for our latest updates!
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A message from our CEO - Sam Olsen
Firstly, huge thank you to our Interim CEO (now COO) Dal Channa for stepping up and doing an amazing job whilst I was away. I returned from the Department for Education just three weeks ago and wow, there is a lot going on!
Looking at the data, for youth unemployment rose 119% from 407,190 to 893,735 - a staggering figure which may still rise as young people make decisions about seeking further education post-September and the furlough scheme comes to an end post-October.
If ever there was a moment and a need for Movement to Work this is it.
It is now, maybe more than ever, that our community of employers, youth-outreach organisations, training providers and government allies are needed to show up for our young people and ensure their futures are taken care of, so our whole society can thrive once again. We have been working closely at the heart of government on influencing the recovery packages and the ‘plans for jobs’ for young people - particularly the new Kickstart scheme, traineeships, and how they fit together with apprenticeships. The Kickstart scheme, in particular, has the potential to be a real game-changer for young people trapped in the cycle of 'no experience, no job'. It could also prove to be a good incentive for struggling businesses, needing some fresh young talent at subsidised costs. In working directly with DWP and Treasury we are trying to ensure that the scheme is both (1) flexible enough for businesses to adopt quickly and (2) worthwhile for our young people, providing them with access to truly valuable experiences and proper support to ensure positive outcomes for all involved.
We need your support!
I know that this is a difficult time for so many of your organisations. However, here I am asking you to think big and work with us on tacking this youth unemployment crisis head-on. Many of your teams will already be engaged with Kickstart, but we need you to challenge them to really consider how this could play out - what could you offer? What's standing in the way?
Please share what you're thinking so we can pass these thoughts on to the right people. Please get in touch with any member of the team.
We're here for you
The good news is, we're in this together. Movement to Work is a vibrant network and has a committed team ready to listen, learn and share as we get through this massive shift in business-as-usual.
Please take a look at our updates below, get involved and let us know how we can help!
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Registration now open for next MtW Forum!
Following the success of our first MtW Forum in June, we are delighted to invite you to another important discussion with our network and beyond on 22nd September 10.00-11.30 via Zoom Webinar. Divided into Insight, Impact and Inspire, we will explore how we’re all adapting following COVID-19, the impact on young people, and the road ahead. In this MtW Forum, we will ask: As COVID-19 continues to pose serious socio-economic challenges nationwide, how can we work towards a brighter future for all our young people? Please register via this link!
MtW Virtual Coffee
For a couple of months now, we have been hosting MtW ‘virtual coffee’ sessions, inviting our partners to join together in an informal way to discuss current issues, challenges and best practice. Join us at the next session on Tuesday 8th September 14.00-15.00. To register interest please contact simon.beckman@unilever.com
Movement to Work launches ‘Pathways’
Pathways is a new page signposted under our ‘Young People’ section of the website to assist employers and young people during their placement, and now features in the latest version of our Welcome Pack. This was born out of the idea that when a young person comes to the end of a placement and is not offered a job or a clear next step, we are there to signpost various options for them to consider. We list places for more jobs, more training, and more support. To get your copy of the latest MtW 'Welcome Pack' please head to the MtW members area or contact your MtW account lead.
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Influencing the new Kickstart Scheme
We have been working closely with our contacts at DWP to influence this latest Kickstart scheme soon to be launched by the government. We have so far hosted two focus groups, which has been a unique opportunity for our members to directly influence the way in which this latest piece of important policy will unfold for business and for our young people. Thank you for all of your contributions so far. If you have any further thoughts or questions about Kickstart, please do get in touch with a member of the team. We want to hear from you!
Youth Ambassador Update
Do you know someone who wants to be a Movement to Work Youth Ambassador?
The Movement to Work Youth Ambassador Programme recently launched with a brilliant cohort of young people who have been through a Movement to Work-related programme. The young people within this community are committed to inspiring more young people. Ideas and experiences were shared and now the Youth Ambassadors are leading the way through 4 key working groups: Mentoring, Going back to communities, Social Media and Government Relations. We want more people to get involved, and everyone is welcome! For more info, young people can sign up HERE or please get in touch at info@movementtowork.com.
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WhiteHat Open Day 2020
Do you know a young person looking to explore apprenticeships? Tell them to join WhiteHat on 10th September for a virtual open day, where they will have the chance to hear from apprentices at Google, Bloomberg LP, Sky, Digital Catapult, Starling Bank and more. Two sessions are available to attend in the morning and evening.
West Midlands Summer Careers Festival
The West Midlands Combined Authority is hosting a Summer Careers Festival online from 24th - 27th August. This will showcase the range of help and support available to young people who are due to receive their A-level or GCSE results this summer and are a fantastic opportunity for young people to explore a range of different themes including careers, further education, access to employment and volunteering/health and wellbeing. There will also be a DJ for each session and a chance to win prizes. Sign up here!
Reskilling the Recovery, London Progression Collaboration
The LPC will be hosting a virtual roundtable with Gillian Keegan MP, Minister for Apprenticeships and Skills on Wednesday, 9th September from 11.00 -12.00 noon. Additional panellists from CBI, London First, FSB and IPPR. Key questions will cover: How has COVID-19 changed skills needs for businesses of all sizes over the next 18 months? How can we ensure skills and training are at the heart of London's recovery from COVID-19? Sign up here!
Introducing Ingeus
Ingeus UK is part of a global human services provider, APM Group. Their mission is to enable better lives. They provide services for people, places and business to create and improve skills, employment, and health and wellbeing. They deliver a range of programmes across the UK including the National Citizen Service, Work and Health Programme, CFO3, Access to Work Mental Health Support Services, and the National Diabetes Prevention Programme. Through this and their other services, they are able to offer employers a range of no-cost services to build talented, healthy workforces. If you would like to find out more please contact Anthony Lengden at alengden@ingeus.co.uk
Debt Free London
Last year, Debt Free London supported over 24,000 people with their debt and money worries and has supported over 250,000 since starting in 2006. Anticipating a sharp increase in the need for its services, Debt Free London is currently recruiting a significant number of Trainee Debt Advisors to start in late September/early October.
Also, Debt Free London can support members of your workforce who may be suffering from financial difficulties themselves, all advice is completely free and impartial as they are funded by the Money & Pensions Service – to help signpost your colleagues they can offer a bespoke landing page you can refer your colleagues to (see this example) and can provide Video Advice Kiosks so that individuals can receive advice at one of your locations. For more information please see this summary document.
Similar services are available in Liverpool, East Midlands and the South West, please contact matt.dronfield@debtfree.london for a referral to your area.
The NTCA need your help
Are you aged 16-25 and based North of the Tyne or do you work with young people who are? The North of Tyne Combined Authority is seeking the views of young people in relation to impact COVID-19 has had on their experiences and aspirations of employment, education and training. They have published a short survey which should take no more than 5 minutes to complete. A final summary of the survey results will be made available so that it can be used more widely for local partners to shape their services.
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If you have any questions or suggestions please contact us info@movementtowork.com
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