The main purpose of this project is to enhance the employability skills of unemployed and economically inactive young people of Bangladeshi origin including the BAME community in Aston. According to the latest Department of Work and Pensions statistics, a total of 6,635 18-24-year-olds in Birmingham are claiming either job seekers allowance or universal credit - an unemployment rate of about 9.6 % which is significantly above the core city average of 5.9%.
This project is planned exclusively with the disadvantaged young population, under 25, from all ethnic backgrounds in mind. Youth who are struggling to find jobs due to poor skills, housing conditions, family situations and financial crisis that led them into any form of disadvantage. Activities will include two workshops every month, for 12 months. The beneficiaries will be trained for numeracy and communication skills, IT skills, mentoring, basic accounting, writing a CV and cover letters, presentation skills, job searching skills, interview skills including volunteering and internships in partner organizations. This will elevate their self-confidence and give purpose to their future career prospects.
