The Forward Trust’s Post

Looking ahead to the 15 September when we launch our brand new campaign, #SwitchOffSunday. 🥱😠➡️☕️🌳 Join our #digitaldetox event and claim your free info pack - featuring loads of suggestions for having fun while being off-grid for the day. 🪡🎧🕺🧘♀️🤾♀️🚴♂️ This cause will support our charity mission - to help anyone impacted by addiction, crime, homelessness, or long-term unemployment to turn their lives around. ❤️ Register ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/ePffhsyk

Our CEO, MIKE TRACE on Channel 4 news today (12th July) backing the new government proposals (and the appointment of James Timpson as Prisons Minister) to tackle the #prisonscrisis through the early release scheme. Find out more about our work ⬇ www.forwardtrust.org.uk #Prisons #Rehabiliation #RecoveryIsPossible

Everyone at the Forward Trust welcomes James Timpson to his new position as Minister for Prisons. Those of us who work in #prisons know how long the crisis has been brewing; it must be confronted head-on. This is what we need to do - read our CEO's blog by MIKE TRACE ⬇ https://lnkd.in/ex_4pq8V

We're pleased that Homewards UK are launching an exhibition about homelessness at the Saatchi Gallery from 7th August. #Homelessness remains a big problem in the UK, and we support Homewards’ ambition in tackling it. Our immediate focus is to see fewer ex-prisoners rendered homeless on release. https://lnkd.in/ePZFyM-S

We're really excited about the prospect of working with The Labour Party. Our new Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, was absolutely on the money when, in his first speech, he highlighted the challenges within the prison sector. We also look forward to working with the newly appointed cabinet ministers - James Timpson, Wes Streeting, Shabana Mahmood - to name a few. In this latest vlog, Forward CEO, MIKE TRACE, outlines how the new government might be more willing to address longstanding social inequalities 📽 https://lnkd.in/eyGHn-7F Stay ahead of what's happening by signing up to our mailing list 📨 https://lnkd.in/eh6aWuiK

Employability support at Forward can lead to life-changing opportunities. ✍ That's what happened with our latest entrepreneurs who found themselves at Financial Times HQ pitching their business ideas to a panel of industry experts. 🏢 Our thanks to the panel for their time and expertise: - MIKE TRACE, CEO, Forward Trust - Anish Shah, Executive Director, Community Affairs at Morgan Stanley - Mia Iwama Hastings, Director of Marketing, Minna Technologies - Sid Singh, The Growth App and Enterprise Mentor with The Forward - Natasha Fernandez, Global Head of Talent Acquisition, Financial Times And a huge thanks also to Jacqui Dobson for enabling the session to take place. Read our latest blog by Asi Panditharatna ⬇ https://lnkd.in/e7fSrJxA

Great to see #ForwardTrust employee William talking in support of FairChecks. William's share explains his past, whilst recognising all the good work undertaken to gain a brighter future - thanks in part to our volunteering roles. Read more ⬇ https://lnkd.in/eZJUbfTZ

Careers that change lives… starting with yours. By working at Forward, you are choosing a career where you’re fully supported, truly valued and given the opportunities you need to thrive. We welcome applications from individuals from all walks of life - whether you have are unemployed, have lived experience connected to services we provide or have had issues in the past finding or staying in work. We want to hear from you. We all know that imposter syndrome can hold us back - we hope that you won't let slight gaps in your skills or knowledge deter you from applying with us. Search over 50 nationwide vacancies - apply for a job with The Forward Trust ⬇ https://lnkd.in/eQ9n-QNV

Ever wondered what it's like to run the Tern Hill parkrun? 👟 This weekly run, from HMP Stoke Heath, is delivered to support inmates at the prison to support their mood, mental health and physical wellbeing. 👏 Forward Trust staff member, Caz, explains more about the importance of this weekly run - and why she enjoys it so much ⬇ https://lnkd.in/eRYGZx5a #parkrun #TernHillParkrun #HMPStokeHeath #ForwardTrust

We are really grateful to The Voice Of Islam Radio for giving us the opportunity to educate listeners about the dangers, myths and stigma associated with addiction. Our CEO, MIKE TRACE, was thrilled to be asked onto the drive time slot and speak candidly with host Amutal Khan about why addiction affects people from all faiths (and non). Find out more about addiction within the Muslim community by listening again and reading our news/stats piece ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/ea6Ddaqn #RecoveryIsPossible #ForwardTrust