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First employability programme for Syrian refugee community group
Last year we presented at an event supporting the Syrian Refugee community into employment, 12 attendees refereed themselves onto the project.
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Gurdip’s Story
Gurdip felt he needed support to get back on the job ladder and was facing multiple barriers including lack of skills, confidence and opportunities.
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Behind Every GREAT Man Employability Programme
Earlier this month, the GREAT Project completed the first ‘Behind Every GREAT Man’ employability programme.
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Poonam’s Story
Poonam had been unemployed since having her third child. With her youngest due to start school in September, she decided now was the time to do something for herself.
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Brendan’s Story
At the time of joining the project, Brendan wanted to work towards an NVQ in electrical engineering, but as he had not worked before, his mum felt the GREAT Project would be a good place for him to start.
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Going behind the scenes at Leicester City Football Club
Last month, seven GREAT Project participants had a fantastic opportunity to take a behind the scenes tour at Leicester City football club with our delivery partner, Business in the Community.
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Backing International Men’s Day to celebrate and support men in the community.
The 19 November each year marks International Men’s Day, an inclusive occasion which is celebrated by all genders in over 60 countries.
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Aleksandra’s Story
Aleksandra had to leave her job due to an injury and was on universal credit, she was looking for an opportunity to find work and feel confident again.
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