Barriers
Shadow To Shine works with young people aged 18-25 (though in certain cases we work with 16-30) who are based in London and face barriers getting into employment. We define barriers in a number of ways. Please consider carefully if you face any of the following:
- You are currently NEET (not in employment, education or training)
- You are from a lower socio-economic background
- You are from a Black or Other minority ethnic background
- You have been classed a ‘vulnerable’ or ‘high risk’ by your school, local authorities or a community organisation
- You are a Young Carer
- You are a Care Leaver
- You have been involved with criminal or gang activity
- Your immediate family members have criminal records
- You attend or have attended a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU)
- You have a been diagnosed with a mental health or neurodiverse condition
- You do not have any access to professional role models
- You are an immigrant
The number of barriers you identify will not necessarily impact your chances of getting on to our programme, however, it is essential we understand your situation in order to ensure our services are directed at those who need them most.
We respect our users privacy and will keep all matters confidential unless we have a duty to report any safeguarding concerns, as outlined in our safeguarding policy (available on our website).