Social Impact Report · 2018–2026

Empowering Young People. Strengthening Communities. Creating Opportunities.

Since 2018, Arising Youth CIC has been committed to empowering young people to build confidence, develop essential skills, and access meaningful opportunities. 

Through employability programmes, mentoring, workshops, and community partnerships, we have supported young people from diverse backgrounds to overcome barriers, unlock their potential, and take positive steps towards education, employment, volunteering, and leadership. 

This report celebrates the impact we’ve created together with our partners, volunteers, and the young people we serve. 

Our Mission

To empower young people through skills development, mentoring, and meaningful opportunities while working with organisations to create stronger, more connected communities. 

Our Vision

A future where every young person has the confidence, skills, and opportunities to succeed regardless of their background. 

Our Impact at a Glance

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200+

Young people supported

50+

Workshops delivered

10+

Partner organisations

20+

Volunteers engaged

20+

Mentoring relationships created

20+

Community engagement events

60+

One-to-one coaching sessions

80+

Employability support sessions

Free one-to-one employability support.

What We've Delivered

Since 2018, we’ve delivered programmes designed to equip young people with the skills and confidence needed to succeed. 

These include:

Creating Lasting Change

Our work goes beyond delivering workshops. 

We’ve seen young people:

Many of the young people we initially supported have chosen to give back by volunteering with Arising Youth CIC, helping to deliver workshops, mentor participants, and inspire the next generation. 

This demonstrates the lasting impact of our programmes and the strength of our community. 

Our Contribution to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

At Arising Youth CIC, our programmes are designed to create lasting social impact by equipping young people with the skills, confidence and opportunities they need to succeed. Through our employability programmes, partnerships with businesses and community engagement initiatives, we contribute to several of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

SDG 4 - Quality Education

Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.

How Arising Youth contributes:

Our impact:

Young people leave our programmes with greater confidence, increased knowledge and practical skills that improve their readiness for education and employment.

SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth

Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all.

How Arising Youth contributes:

Our impact:

We help reduce barriers to employment while supporting businesses to develop a skilled and diverse future workforce.

SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities

Reduce inequality within and among communities.

How Arising Youth contributes:

Our impact:

Our programmes help level the playing field by ensuring more young people have access to the knowledge, networks and opportunities needed to succeed.

SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals

Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalise partnerships for sustainable development.

How Arising Youth contributes:

Our impact:

By bringing together employers, educators and community organisations, we create stronger partnerships that deliver lasting benefits for young people and the wider community.

Our Services

Creating Sustainable Community Impact

At Arising Youth CIC, we believe sustainable impact is about creating opportunities that continue to benefit young people, businesses and communities long after a programme has ended.

By working in partnership with employers, we:

At Arising Youth CIC, we believe sustainable impact is about creating opportunities that continue to benefit young people, businesses and communities long after a programme has ended.

Stories of Impact

From Participant to Volunteer

One young person first attended an employability workshop to improve their confidence and job-search skills. 

After completing the programme, they began volunteering with Arising Youth CIC, supporting community events and mentoring other young people starting their own journey. 

Their story reflects the ripple effect of investing in young people’s potential. 

Building Confidence

Many participants told us they left our workshops feeling more confident, motivated, and better prepared for interviews and employment. 

For several young people, simply having someone believe in them became the turning point they needed. 

Our Programmes

Arising Youth employability support and Social Value Partnerships 

Helping organisations deliver meaningful social value through youth engagement and community impact. 

Youth Development 

Community Development 

Social Partnership Services 

Working with businesses and organisations to deliver meaningful social value through: 

Working Together

We’re proud to have collaborated with schools, universities, charities, employers, and community organisations to create opportunities for young people. 

Together, we’ve expanded our reach and increased our impact across the communities we serve. 

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Looking Ahead

Our ambition is to support even more young people by: 

Expanding mentoring programmes 

Increasing volunteering opportunities

Delivering more employability workshops

Building new employer partnerships

Supporting refugee and migrant communities

Growing our social value partnerships

Launching innovative community programmes