Youth Resources

Shaw Trust Youth is here to help young people discover their potential and find their path in education or work, no matter where they start or what challenges they face.

As part of our work with young people we share their stories and provide a range of resources that anyone can use.

Explore the guides, tips and inspiring stories from others who have been part of our programmes below.

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UK Shared Prosperity Fund

UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) Celebrations Event – City of London 

UKSPF event celebrated project achievements, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange among attendees.
Young person stood smiling

National Careers Week – A story of ‘You CAN’  

T was a year 11 student who was having a hard time in an alternative provision setting following a permanent exclusion from school. T’s Mum was receiving support from their local GP to obtain an autism assessment. T spent most of their time in education struggling every single day.
Photo of Oak House, a cozy home with a white front door and windows.

Trip to Nottingham: Youth Participation Ambassador Report

As part of my professional development, I had the opportunity to shadow Rebecca Lillie, the Quality Assurance Manager and YVPG Lead for H2I. During this visit, we explored two residential homes operated by Homes to Inspire, an organisation dedicated to providing safe, nurturing, and high-quality care for children who have often experienced trauma.

Trip to Norwich: Youth Participation Ambassador Report

My first work trip with Shaw Trust as the Youth Participation Ambassador was to Norwich, where I was warmly welcomed by my manager, Michael Pepperell.
Photo of Ramizah

Introducing Ramizah, the new Youth Participation Ambassador  

Hello, I’m Ramizah Tayiba, and I am thrilled to be starting as a Youth Participation Ambassador (YPA) I am passionate about empowering young people to have a voice in decisions that impact them.
Leah Bailey - Pink hair, glasses and white jumper

A year as a Youth Participation Ambassador

Each year, Shaw Trust hires a former programme participant as a Youth Participation Ambassador to ensure young voices shape our services and gain valuable experience.

“We will always include young people in decision making processes that affect them, wherever possible. Young people will be equal partners and recognised as experts on their own lives”.

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