Trailblazers Year 1 Activity Board by

Enfield Support their Gypsy Roma Traveler Community

LocalLondonTrailblazers — 2026-02-13 13:15:04 UTC

Hear from Enfield's GRT community about the support they have received with their ESOL and confidence building through the Trailblazers Programme.

Newham's Ageing Well Festival

LocalLondonTrailblazers — 2026-02-13 13:19:59 UTC

The team at Our Newham Work had a presence at a recent Ageing Well in Newham Festival - with people aged 50+ being one of their priority groups within their Trailblazer Programme.

Our Newham Self-Employment & Business Start-up Pitch Day

LocalLondonTrailblazers — 2026-03-13 13:33:15 UTC

Our Newham supported 14 local entrepreneurs with developing their start-up ideas, business plans and presentation skills, etc . The local entrepreneurs attended a Dragons Den style Pitch Day event to promote their business ideas to a panel of dragons, who were able to award up to £5k business start-up grant to support their plans.

Bexley Business & Enterprise Changing Futures Event

LocalLondonTrailblazers — 2026-03-13 13:52:13 UTC

Bexley welcomed over 140 attendees at their recent Changing Futures Event. Attendees were made up of local residents, employers and other partners.

Understanding Childcare Scheme's Handbook

LocalLondonTrailblazers — 2026-03-20 10:50:21 UTC

Enfield Celebrate Their Trailblazer Programme Graduates

LocalLondonTrailblazers — 2026-03-20 12:28:04 UTC

Enfield Celebrate Graduates from their Business Start Up Support Strand

Confidence Building and Employability Workshop - VR Headsets in Newham

LocalLondonTrailblazers — 2026-03-20 12:30:29 UTC

Experience immersive VR workshops designed to

strengthen employability skills, boost confidence and

prepare you for successful interviews.

Future Technicians Programme in Waltham Forest

LocalLondonTrailblazers — 2026-03-20 12:34:37 UTC

Trailblazers Programme has supported 32 residents into training and placements at 16 theatre’s across London.

Enfield's End of Project Evaluation Report on the support they have provided to the GRT community

LocalLondonTrailblazers — 2026-03-20 12:40:53 UTC

Hear from the participants on the Future Technicians Programme in Waltham Forest

LocalLondonTrailblazers — 2026-03-20 12:47:15 UTC

Barking & Dagenham Careers & Business Start Ups in the Food Sector

Tahir_Khan — 2026-03-24 09:23:53 UTC

Learn how to turn your passion into a career in Food.

Bromley - Step in to Employment

Tahir_Khan — 2026-03-24 09:31:26 UTC

Enfield Council - The Beyond Basics Project, Learner Feedback

Tahir_Khan — 2026-03-24 09:38:13 UTC

The project demonstrated high leaner satisfaction a commitment to learning and the need for this specific intervention.

Waltham Forest - Step into Work or Training and we will help with Childcare

Tahir_Khan — 2026-03-24 09:45:38 UTC

If you are a Waltham Forest resident looking to start training or work but cant access or afford childcare, WE CAN HELP.

Waltham Forest - Trailblazer Self Employment and Business Start Up Opportunity

Tahir_Khan — 2026-03-24 09:53:11 UTC

Waltham Forest residents, join our free 5 day business start up programme.

Local London Trailblazers

Tahir_Khan — 2026-03-24 10:00:38 UTC

Tailored support to help people enter the workforce.

Bromley - Successful Mums

shafaashipkolye — 2026-03-24 14:48:48 UTC

Successful Mums’ coaching and mentoring programme is genuinely transformative for women returning to work. Their supportive, confidence‑building approach helps mums rediscover their strengths, develop new skills, and navigate their career goals with clarity. The coaches create a positive, encouraging space where mums feel heard, motivated, and empowered—making the transition back into employment smoother, more achievable, and far less daunting.

Enfield's Impactful Support for Families

shafaashipkolye — 2026-03-24 14:58:04 UTC

Enfield’s dedicated support team has delivered outstanding, person‑centered guidance to help parents overcome complex barriers and move closer to stability and future employment. Their proactive approach—linking families with housing support, specialist services, and tailored development opportunities—has made a genuine difference. By building trust, offering consistent one‑to‑one support, and empowering participants to explore training and future work options at their own pace, Enfield has played a crucial role in boosting confidence and creating meaningful, long‑term positive change.

Greenwich: Transformative Support

shafaashipkolye — 2026-03-24 15:04:15 UTC

Greenwich’s Trailblazer programme has demonstrated outstanding commitment to helping residents re‑enter the workforce after long periods away from employment. Through personalised coaching, timely opportunities, and in-work support, the team empowered a local participant who had spent many years in a full‑time caring role to rebuild their confidence and reconnect with meaningful work. By recognising the value of lived experience, offering tailored interview preparation, and providing ongoing in‑work support, Greenwich enabled a life‑changing transition into a rewarding role—showcasing the programme’s ability to create real, lasting impact for individuals and the wider community.

Greenwich Jobs & Skills Fair – A Valuable Gateway for Community Engagement

shafaashipkolye — 2026-03-24 15:08:13 UTC

The Royal Greenwich Jobs & Skills Fair proved to be an incredibly successful community event, bringing together local residents, employers, training providers, and support services under one roof. With more than 40 employers in attendance and opportunities across a wide range of sectors, it created an accessible and welcoming space for people to explore career pathways, apprenticeships, and training options. The dedicated quiet hour for individuals with additional needs also ensured the fair was inclusive for all. Events like this play a key role in boosting visibility of the Trailblazer programme, helping to connect participants with tailored support and encouraging new referrals from residents motivated to take their next steps. It was a fantastic example of community collaboration and a meaningful catalyst for local progression.

Showcasing Greenwich’s Impactful Paid Placement Scheme

shafaashipkolye — 2026-03-24 15:43:09 UTC

As part of our recent filming with Greenwich, we highlighted the strength and success of their paid placement scheme, which partners with a wide range of employers to create meaningful six‑month opportunities. The programme has been especially powerful for priority groups such as those long‑term out of work, care leavers, unpaid carers, SEND students, over‑50s, and NEET individuals. One standout example came from a participating employer, who explained that the funded placement enabled them to bring in two additional team members known internally as “heat doctors” and significantly expand their capacity. This demonstrates how the scheme not only benefits participants but also supports local businesses to grow, making it a valuable, sustainable initiative for the wider community.

Always Possible Workshop – Strengthening Services Through Data and Collaboration

shafaashipkolye — 2026-03-24 15:47:49 UTC

The Always Possible Workshop offered a highly engaging and practical space for teams to deepen their understanding of how research, data, and real‑world feedback can meaningfully improve service delivery. Through sessions focused on using data to enhance user experience, adopting a test‑and‑learn approach, and understanding what makes a strong evaluation, participants gained clear, actionable tools to strengthen their Trailblazer interventions.

Bexley's The Proper Blokes Club – Supporting Men’s Wellbeing Through Community and Connection

shafaashipkolye — 2026-03-24 15:50:58 UTC

The Proper Blokes Club is a powerful community initiative that helps men across London open up about their mental health in a relaxed, judgement‑free environment. Through simple “walk and talk” sessions, the club brings hundreds of men together each week to connect, share experiences, and support one another—offering an easy, welcoming first step for anyone who may be struggling or feeling isolated. Walking side‑by‑side makes conversations feel natural and pressure‑free, helping men build confidence and a sense of belonging. Many participants credit the group with transforming their wellbeing, and its rapid growth shows just how vital this kind of grassroots support has become.

Bexley's Refilling the Well – Building Confidence and Wellbeing

shafaashipkolye — 2026-03-24 15:54:26 UTC

The Refilling the Well workshop is a transformative 11‑week programme designed to help unemployed Bexley residents strengthen their wellbeing, confidence, and motivation. By creating an inclusive, supportive space, the course equips participants with practical tools to build healthier habits, expand social connections, and better manage their mental and physical wellbeing—all of which play a crucial role in moving closer to employment. With structured weekly sessions, a focus on lifelong wellbeing practices, and opportunities to boost social engagement, the programme offers a meaningful foundation for participants to regain confidence and take positive next steps.

Bexley’s Step Ahead Programme – Creating Strong Pathways Into Sustainable Employment

shafaashipkolye — 2026-03-24 16:02:39 UTC

Bexley’s Step Ahead programme has been a highly successful route for residents looking to build skills and move confidently into work. The initiative combines a structured business administration course with a meaningful work placement, giving participants practical experience and a clear pathway into employment. To further encourage job sustainability, employers receive a £6,000 grant to support participants beyond their placement—an incentive that has strengthened partnerships and helped more residents secure long‑term roles. Due to its strong outcomes and growing demand, the programme has now expanded into the health and social care sector, opening doors for even more residents to gain valuable training and progress into rewarding careers.

Enfield Digital Futures Workshop – Empowering Residents With Confidence and Modern Skills

shafaashipkolye — 2026-03-24 16:05:42 UTC

The Enfield Digital Futures Workshop delivered an impressive blend of digital upskilling, employability preparation, and confidence‑building for local residents. Feedback showed overwhelmingly high satisfaction, with Excellent as the most common rating and no negative responses recorded. Participants valued learning essential digital skills—from basic computer functions to online job applications, CV structuring, and even introductory AI tools—which helped them feel more prepared and motivated to move toward employment. Many reported significant boosts in digital confidence and a clearer understanding of job‑seeking processes, while suggestions centered not on improvements, but on a desire for longer, more frequent, and more advanced sessions. Attendance data also highlighted a committed core group and growing engagement across the workshop dates. Overall, the programme proved to be a highly impactful, accessible, and well‑received initiative that strengthened residents’ readiness for the modern job market.

LBBD support local businesses to become autism friendly emoployers

tanyapopova — 2026-03-24 16:32:35 UTC

This is such a positive move toward inclusivity in the workplace.

Here’s what businesses can get involved in:
✨ A free, CPD‑accredited Autism Awareness training session for up to 24 staff.

A free individualised audit of premises and recruitment processes
✨ A free accessibility toolkit to support inclusive hiring and retention.pdf)
✨ A deeper understanding of the value of a diverse workforce

This is a fantastic initiative helping local employers create environments where autistic people can thrive — and ultimately building a stronger, more inclusive Barking & Dagenham.

Love seeing the borough championing accessibility and real change! 💙🏢

Check out what Barking & Dagenham are doing!

tanyapopova — 2026-03-24 16:35:36 UTC

The borough has rolled out a brilliant new employment support project specifically for autistic adults (18+) who are currently unemployed. It’s all about helping people build confidence, gain real work experience, and get the skills they need to succeed in the workplace.

Here’s what the programme offers:
✨ Support to explore work placements and hands‑on experience
✨ Help with CV writing, job applications & interview prep
✨ Guidance on navigating the workplace
✨ A chance to learn about your employment rights
✨ Skills to feel empowered and ready for work

This is a fantastic step toward creating more inclusive, supportive employment pathways in the community.

Love seeing Barking & Dagenham championing opportunities like this! 💼💙

tanyapopova — 2026-03-24 16:40:38 UTC

Barking & Dagenham launched a new pilot to help economically inactive carers move into social care jobs, giving employers access to a skilled, motivated workforce and even offering up to £1,500 per hire.

Businesses just need to offer flexible roles (up to 14 hrs/week) — B&D handles the rest.

Havering Council has partnered with Marlborough to create apprenticeship opportunities for care‑experienced young people aged 18–25

tanyapopova — 2026-03-24 16:43:40 UTC

One great example is Levi, a local resident who has just started as a Highways Maintenance Skilled Operative Level 2 Apprentice, after excelling in an assessment day and interview process.

The project attracted 27 applicants, including 12 care‑experienced young people, showing just how valuable these pathways are.

Waltham Forest supports local entrepreneurs through the Trailblazers Programme

LocalLondonTrailblazers — 2026-03-24 17:56:58 UTC

Enfield Trailblazer Entrepreneurs Successfully Pitch for Pop-up Space for their new businesses

LocalLondonTrailblazers — 2026-04-07 13:26:53 UTC

Deputy Mayor Howard Dawber OBE visits Redbridge

LocalLondonTrailblazers — 2026-04-08 15:14:28 UTC

The team in Redbridge hosted their launch of the Trailblazers along with Connect to Work