Welcome and Introduction
The Broughty Ferry Employability Programme was set up in 2024 to assist young people aged 16-25 who are neurodivergent or need mental health support. We use star model personal development plans, looking at the young person holistically and developing links to training and, coping mechanism and strategies to support them on their journey to employment. This could be barista training, mental health training, breathing techniques, grounding etc. The charity itself has a Mental health nurse who works with the Young people on a 1-1 basis looking at their personal development and progression pathways. Sakura a community café when completed will enable a base for the young people with access to further support and employment skills.
Giving Back has been funded to provide Dundee with a Youth Employability Programme for young people who are neurodivergent or require support with mental health. We have 3 space available for the 6 month apprentice programme. The young people work 1 day a week and are paid the living wage. We have opportunities to work in Gracie’s, Tico’s Deli, Giving Back and the Woodlands hotel. As part of the programme you will work with our Mental health nurse to develop coping mechanisms and strategies as well as having a tailored personal development plan. For further information please see the links bellow. Please send all referrals to info@givingbackdundee.com
Neurodivergent support
The Peer worker, Graphic designer and young people are designing tools to help children and youths with the challenges of life . This is based on lived experience and we are hopeful they will be ready later in the year. They are also looking to set up a map of what is available in the area for young people who are nerodivergant. If you are a service, group, charity or CIC that support children and young people who are neurodivergant please contact harvey@givingbackdundee.com to be added to the Road map.
Community connections.
The young people are excited for the next summer activates and are out and about looking for new sports coaches and fitness instructors to engage in the event this year.
