One to one
18+
Power2 Aspire
Empowering young people for future success by supporting them with their wellbeing, independence and employability skills.
About Power2 Aspire
The programme supports over 18s who are currently in further or higher education and were previously eligible for free school meals.
Power2 Aspire is aimed at young people with aspirations towards a professional career – whether they have a clear path in mind or need some guidance to navigate their next steps. Either way, we’re here to support them throughout!
Participants develop key abilities such as teamwork, problem-solving and effective communication, which are essential for their personal and professional growth.
On the programme, the young people take part in work-based experiences such as workplace visits, employer-led and business challenges, and paid internships or placements provided by our partners. They are given the opportunity to learn from and network with a range of professionals and to gain access to meaningful work experiences and placements.
Programme topics include
Career support including CV and job application guidance
Confidence building
Stress and time management support
Mentoring, networking and employability events
Overcoming social anxiety and imposter syndrome
Securing good-quality housing
Accessing benefits and Student Finance
Who we work with
100% of the young people we support were previously in receipt of free school meals
We work with students in further and higher education from low-income backgrounds. They may need our support for a variety of reasons:
- Poor wellbeing
- Low self-esteem
- Limited access to professional opportunities
Results that speak volumes
Of the young people we support
improved their wellbeing
Stories from young people
The impact of Power2 Aspire, as told by the young people themselves.
Endorsements
I wanted to express my deep gratitude to Power2. I stand ready to channel their teachings and the opportunities given to me as I pursue my personal and professional development.
The programme helped us to explore and use what we’ve learnt to the best of our abilities.
Being able to speak to my mentor whenever I needed him was a great support system for me. He gave me advice on university including how to manage workload, assignments and how to manage stress. Having him there was invaluable to me — and it still is.
The ‘Skills in the Workplace’ day was jam-packed with stimulating activities and discussions. It was fascinating to see everyone’s thoughts and processes in action.
The talk on presentation skills was not only enlightening but also instantly applicable. We all left with a new outlook on how to properly connect with and capture our audience.
Support young futures
Interested in helping more over 18s build networks and access valuable opportunities? We’d love to hear from you!
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Group
Years 7-12
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A group mentoring programme that sees young people use sport and movement to support the wellbeing of both them and their mentees in a primary school setting.
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