The programme will target 14- to 17-year-olds across education and community settings in Lambeth and Waltham Forest, developing projects through which young people have the opportunity to recognise their own strengths and potential.
Research suggests that young people from areas of high deprivation are less likely to have the skills necessary for gaining employment compared to some of their peers. Sophie Wood, programme manager of Life Routes at NCB, feels that the project will provide young people with the opportunity to develop life skills that will put them on an equal footing to compete for employment opportunities. Carol Lake, managing director of JP Morgan Philanthropy, says: "We are delighted to be working with NCB on this exciting new initiative. We really hope to see an increase in the number of young people who progress on to positive mainstream activities such as re-engaging with education, employment and learning."
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