There are currently 70,000 young people between the ages of 16-25 not in education, employment or training in Scotland. That is proportionally the highest of any country in the developed world. Even for those young people fortunate enough to have a degree, the situation in Scotland is bleak - 44% of graduates are in non-graduate jobs.
ProjectScotland is the revolutionary new organisation which inspires young people to volunteer full-time. Our volunteering projects change their lives and aspirations, and their youth and energy give an enormous boost to the capacity of the voluntary sector and the communities in which they volunteer.
• 89% of volunteers report increased confidence
• 87% report improvements in taking responsibility
• 86% report improved people and relationship skills
• 91% of volunteers move into full time employment, further education or business start up
Demand both from Scotland's young people and from our 300 partner charities is huge. ProjectScotland is looking for 50 businesses to lead the way in changing the face of Scotland by donating £4160 towards the costs of placing volunteers with ProjectScotland. These 50 businesses will be Scotland's Catalysts for Change.
Change the life of a young person in your local community. Help a charity in your local community. Feedback and regular updates for you and your staff on volunteer progress. Coverage on the ProjectScotland website and annual review as Scotland's "Catalysts for Change".
