| A message from David Lammy on mentoring and volunteering opportunities. |
I have had an overwhelming response to my article in the New Statesman discussing the difficulties faced by young people, specifically young men, growing up in Britain today.
It is the work of the ordinary people who are willing to do more in their communities which can really help us to solve some of the difficult issues we face.
Many of the emails I've received were from people asking to be put in touch with organisations working with volunteers to provide much needed guidance to the young people of Britain. My office will of course give individual attention to every piece of correspondence received on this topic, but in the meantime, here are some websites for organisations and initiatives where you can find out more about volunteering. Don’t forget that your workplace may allow you paid time off to volunteer...encourage your manager to look at how to establish it in your place of work here.
Best wishes,
David
Volunteering England
A group which works to support and increase the quality, quantity, impact and accessibility of volunteering throughout England.
REACH
Reach is the Government's programme for Black boys and young Black men, supporting and inspiring them to raise their aspirations, attainment and achievement.
Do-it!
This is a national database of volunteering opportunities in the UK.
Barnardos
Volunteers can help Barnardo's through working directly with young people and children.
From Boyhood to Manhood Association
Set up in 1996, FBMF offers a programme that gives young people access to education and helps develop their life skills. It caters for up to 30 boys with social, emotional, and behaviour difficulties.
The Prince's Trust
This charity addresses issues of unemployment and low prospects in young people by giving practical and financial support to those who need it most. The Trust seeks to develop key skills, confidence and motivation, enabling young people to move into work, education and training.
100 Black Men of London
As a group of concerned African-Caribbean men, the 100 Black Men of London seek to improve the quality of life in our communities and to enhance educational and economic opportunities through pooling together our collective resources.
Kids' City
The Kids' City Volunteering Programme currently provides over 70 local people with the opportunity to build confidence, gain skills and work experience and access to training.
Community Service Volunteers
CSV can put you in touch with volunteering opportunities that would suit you.
UK Youth
UK Youth is the leading national youth work charity supporting over 750,000 young people, helping them to raise their aspirations, realise their potential and have their achievements recognised via non-formal, accredited education programmes and activities.
The SPEAR Project
This project invites big companies to become mentors to young vulnerable adults, greatly improving their employment and life prospects.
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