North East College Helps Over 400 People Break Down Barriers to Employment
Six months into its implementation, a project led by Newcastle College has already supported over 400 individuals in overcoming significant barriers to employment, including mental health challenges, substance misuse, and homelessness.
Funded by a share of £7.2 million awarded in April 2024 by the UK Government and the North East Combined Authority (NECA), the initiative is set to engage more than 900 residents, offering vital support to those most in need across the region.
As the lead partner in the Open Doors: Beyond Barriers project, Newcastle College, in collaboration with key organisations such as Newcastle United Foundation, Winnovation, Education Partnerships North East, the Prince’s Trust, Children North East, Groundwork North East and Cumbria and The Key, is dedicated to supporting individuals across Newcastle, North Tyneside and Northumberland.
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North East College Helps Over 400 People Break Down Barriers to Employment
Six months into its implementation, a project led by Newcastle College has already supported over 400 individuals in overcoming significant barriers to employment, including mental health challenges, substance misuse, and homelessness. Funded by a share of £7.2 million awarded in April 2024 by the UK Government and the North East Combined Authority (NECA), the initiative is set to engage more than 900 residents, offering vital support to those most in need across the region. As the lead partner in the Open Doors: Beyond Barriers project, Newcastle College, in collaboration with key organisations such as Newcastle United Foundation, Winnovation, Education Partnerships North East, the Prince’s Trust, Children North East, Groundwork North East and Cumbria and The Key, is dedicated to supporting individuals across Newcastle, North Tyneside and Northumberland. Read more: https://www.ncl-coll.ac.uk/news/north-east-college-helps-over-400-people-in-the-region-break-down-barriers-to-employment/