Genuine Futures CiC Celebrates a Landmark Achievement with “Unlock Your Potential” Programme!
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We at Genuine Futures CiC are bursting with pride as we announce the triumphant completion of our pilot programme, “Unlock Your Potential”. Our journey began with a single goal: to change the lives of our community’s young and vulnerable, those who’ve been faced with hurdles in their path to success. We’ve always held onto the belief that everyone, no matter their background, deserves a chance at a brighter future.
Diving into the Programme
Our “Unlock Your Potential” initiative spanned a duration of eight weeks, crafted meticulously for individuals aged 16-30 who found themselves outside the realms of traditional education, employment, or training. We blended classic classroom-based learning with adrenaline-charged outdoor activities and productive liaisons with local businesses. Participants delved deep into mastering communication, honing their CV-building techniques, and imbibing essential business acumen.
Yet, it wasn’t all work and no play. Our participants experienced the thrill of outdoor pursuits such as archery, abseiling, and kayaking. These weren’t just leisure activities; they were opportunities for our participants to enhance their self-esteem, develop robust communication skills, and foster overall well-being.
Stories of Transformation
The young individuals who stepped into our programme with hesitancy, today, stand tall with newfound confidence, ambition, and a keen desire to participate in community initiatives.
Then there’s the incredible journey of Cameron. After years of self-isolation, our programme provided him with a newfound purpose. Battling anxiety and numerous mental health challenges, Cameron’s transformation has been nothing short of miraculous. His newfound enthusiasm, epitomised by volunteering for group discussions, has been a testament to the programme’s efficacy.
Reflecting on Our Accomplishments
Stephen Howard, our esteemed Youth Ambassador, encapsulated our sentiments perfectly. Watching these young souls transition from their first day’s apprehension to exuding confidence and team spirit has been a sight to behold. Under the community programme, many participants took the lead, a testimony to their augmented communication and leadership capabilities.
As we collate the specific outcomes and data, early signs point towards a pronounced enhancement in our participants’ skills, educational prowess, and overall personal well-being.
Eyes on the Horizon
Every success story has its chapters of challenges. While our pilot programme has undeniably left an indelible mark, we are already identifying avenues for enhancement. We are committed to refining “Unlock Your Potential”, ensuring even more young individuals can benefit from our initiative.
In summing up, the journey of “Unlock Your Potential” has been phenomenal, setting a sturdy precedent. Our aspirations are high, and with continued support and further funding, we aim to take this programme to even greater heights, helping more individuals to genuinely unlock their potential.
We would like to say a massive thanks to The National Lottery Community Fund’ for providing us with an Awards for all grant of £10k. This funding has been able to bring to life the Genuine Futures Unlocking Your Potential Program and change the lives of young people.
Through the grant we received we now have an established and flexible programme with the outcomes. Here is just a snippet highlighting some of the amazing outcomes this funding has helped us realise:
Anglezarke Quarry Rivington – Empowering Young People Building Confidence at the Crag https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=
Community Project Impacting Lives & Making a Difference in the Community. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=