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Join Us to Make a Change in County Durham!
DurhamWorks run Youth Forums across County Durham, providing a platform for you to express your thoughts, ideas and opinions on the DurhamWorks service and wider-related topics. Sessions take place over a couple of hours fortnightly within a small groups and are a great way for you to enhance your confidence, ability to work as part…
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Calling All Year 11 Leavers!
Are you a Year 11 leaver looking for advice on your next steps and summer job opportunities? We’re here to help! We’re hosting drop-in sessions across County Durham specifically aimed at supporting you with your next steps now that you’ve left school. Get guidance on choosing the right career path and further education options, learn…
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Zoe and DurhamWorks
Zoe O’Keefe, a 20-year old who had just finished sixth form, felt lost and scared about her future. Unsure how to apply for or even looks for a job, Zoe was referred to DurhamWorks by the Job Centre.
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Ellis’ Journey with DurhamWorks
Ellis came across DurhamWorks through a local newspaper. Intrigued by what he learned, Ellis signed up for the programme, hoping it would provide the guidance and support he needed.
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Ashton’s Journey with DurhamWorks
Ashton McConnell, a 22-year-old, recently moved to Bishop Auckland. After settling in, he sought ways to integrate into the community and improve his employability. Upon arrival, Ashton began engaging with the Prince’s Trust, an organisation focused on youth development. This provided him with initial support and helped him regain stability after his move.
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DurhamWorks’ impact on youth confidence
Paul Hewitson, a Progression Coordinator at DurhamWorks helps young people in Durham by providing support finding education, employment, and training opportunities while breaking down personal barriers. Many young people face hurdles accessing the job market or pursuing further education due to confidence issues, lack of support, and feelings of hopelessness. DurhamWorks adopts a client-centred approach,…
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Dani found her way out of a funk with the help of DurhamWorks
Dani struggled to find work for 18 months. Her anxiety hindered her from seeking support and job opportunities, and prolonged unemployment fuelled her depression, creating a vicious cycle of self-doubt and isolation. Seeking assistance from DurhamWorks, Dani received tailored support to address her challenges. As Dani struggled in job interviews, they revamped her CV and…
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Abigail is taking steps to make her dreams come true!
Abigail faced overwhelming anxiety upon starting university to study English Literature. Struggling to cope, she dropped out and turned to DurhamWorks for support. Abigail leaned heavily on her mum, disliked phone calls, and found using public transport too difficult, hindering her independence and career prospects. DurhamWorks helped Abigail gradually tackle her fears, including navigating public…