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Elevate Multiverse Graduation: Celebrating Youth Skills, Confidence and Career Readiness
Start Young UK proudly celebrated the graduation of its latest London cohort, marking the completion of a six-month programme focused on developing essential skills, confidence and career readiness for young people. Delivered in partnership with Multiverse, the programme saw the students on this cohort successfully graduate. Each participant leaves with strengthened communication, teamwork and professional skills, alongside the confidence to take their next steps into educat
Apr 211 min read


London Elevate Graduation – Celebrating Growth and Achievement
As we reflect on the past six months - eight sessions filled with learning, laughter, and growth - we are proud to celebrate the graduation of our London Elevate cohort. This marks another important milestone for Start Young UK and the young people we support, each of whom has developed confidence, workplace skills, and a clearer sense of direction for their future. 💙 From Pilot to Growing Impact What began two years ago as a pilot in London has now grown into three London c
Mar 172 min read


Elevate Barclays London: Building Confidence, Skills and Future Vision
Over the past few months, our London Elevate Barclays cohort has taken part in a powerful series of sessions designed to equip young people with the confidence, knowledge and skills needed to step into their futures with clarity. Each session has built on the last - combining career insight, real-world exposure, personal development and practical tools, all delivered by professionals who generously gave their time to support the next generation. Understanding the World of Wor
Jan 262 min read


Start Young UK x Multiverse - Elevate Programme!
We kicked off with our first session on the Elevate Programme with Multiverse and what an incredible start it was! Our young people explored key workplace skills and CV writing, gaining valuable insights into how to build their confidence and prepare for future opportunities. Highlights included: 💼 Trainer Freddie Thomlinson - led an engaging, fun yet practical session. 🎤 Bruno Banks inspired students with insights into professional growth 👮 Metropolitan Police visit
Oct 10, 20251 min read


Calling all superheroes – capes at the ready!
On Friday 20th June at 10:00am, Multiverse is hosting a Summer Fun Run in support of Start Young UK - a 5k, 10k, or half marathon...
May 29, 20251 min read


Elevate Graduation (London) – A Celebration of Growth & Achievement
The Elevate Graduation was a truly unforgettable day, marking the hard work, dedication, and achievements of our incredible students....
Mar 26, 20252 min read


Elevate London – Session 8: Mental Health & Well-Being
Our final Elevate London session was a powerful and emotional day, dedicated to mental health, resilience, and well-being. As the...
Mar 11, 20252 min read


Elevate London - Session 7: Leadership, Innovation & Problem-Solving
Our latest Elevate London session was an inspiring day focused on collaboration, problem-solving, and leadership - essential skills for...
Feb 10, 20252 min read


Elevate London - Session 6: Personal Branding & Professional Growth
Session 6 of the Elevate Programme in London was an exciting deep dive into personal branding, marketing strategies, and professional...
Jan 27, 20252 min read


Elevate London – Session 5: Growth, Self-Discovery, and Vision-Setting
Session 5 of the Elevate Programme in London was a day of reflection, goal-setting, and personal development. With a strong focus on...
Jan 13, 20252 min read


Wrapping Up Christmas with Love and Community
Our annual Christmas Gifting Wrapping Day this weekend brought together over 25 incredible volunteers who dedicated their time and energy...
Dec 14, 20242 min read


Elevate London Session 4: Empowering Young Minds Through Diversity and Opportunity
The fourth session of our Elevate programme was an inspiring day filled with learning, collaboration, and career exploration. Held across...
Dec 9, 20243 min read


Elevate London Session 3: Stories, Insights, and Connections
The third session of our Elevate programme proved that empowering the next generation of leaders requires powerful stories, expert...
Nov 25, 20242 min read


Elevate London: Empowering the Next Generation Through Skill-Building
This week marked the second session of our Elevate programme in London, where our enthusiastic cohort continued their journey toward...
Nov 11, 20242 min read


Start Young UK Launches First Day of the Elevate School Leavers Programme: Empowering Young Leaders for the Future
On Monday, Start Young UK, launched the first day of the Elevate School Leavers Programme at the Barclays HQ - a transformative...
Oct 26, 20243 min read


A Wild Adventure: Start Young UK’s Trip to London Zoo
At Start Young UK, we know that learning isn’t confined to the classroom, and our recent trip to London Zoo perfectly showcased the power...
Aug 12, 20241 min read


ASPIRE Programme: Session 8 – Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders
The ASPIRE programme concluded its transformative journey with a powerful final session focused on Influence and Leadership, leaving...
May 28, 20242 min read


ASPIRE Programme: Session 7 – Empowering Influence and Leadership
In the penultimate session of the ASPIRE programme, participants took a deep dive into the complexities of influence and leadership,...
May 8, 20242 min read


ASPIRE Programme: Session 6 – Exploring Learning Styles and Career Development
Session six of the ASPIRE programme marked another significant step in the participants' journey of self-discovery, as they delved into...
Apr 30, 20242 min read


ASPIRE Programme: Session 5 – Cultivating Personal Resilience
Session five of the ASPIRE programme focused on the critical skill of personal resilience, teaching participants how to face life’s...
Apr 10, 20242 min read
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