Abianda is a social enterprise working with young women who are affected by, or are at risk of, criminal exploitation and violence.

 

Abianda’s specialist knowledge of working with young women and girls means we understand the barriers and challenges they face in accessing education, training and employment opportunities. As such, we have designed a CPD-accredited programme using our unique model of practice to ensure young women get access to high-quality and accessible leadership and development skills.

 

Young women will have the opportunity to earn CPD accreditation (Level 1) in Leadership and to take part in group work, group discussions, and individual presentations. 

 

Excitingly, young women who take part in Elevate can also learn about co-design and co-production. They will have a chance to develop and participate in further workshops with the Participation team. They are also welcome to move into our Young Women’s Advisory Group if they want to continue to work with Abianda on our systems change work alongside other young women.

 

Elevate is for young women*:

• 18-25 years old 

• London-based

• Not in Education, Training or Employment (ETE)

• Have experience of the care system, criminal and youth justice systems, homelessness or navigating statutory services, such as social services and policing**

 

​*Non-binary people are welcome to apply if they believe that they have lived experience that is aligned with women and girls.

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** Please be assured that young women will never be asked to talk about their past and/or difficult experiences in the group space

 

Please click here to download an Elevate flyer to share.​

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We are taking applications for Elevate (Spring 2024)!

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If you would like to apply, please read and complete the application form.

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We are very happy to support the application process and answer any of your questions. You can drop us a message on 07840 849 058 or email participation@abianda.com.

 

Spaces on Elevate are limited, but it will be delivered at different times throughout the year, in locations across north and south London, so please apply and we will discuss your options with you. 

 

Key information for Elevate (Spring 2024):

• Delivered in the Islington area

• 5 days split over 2 weeks

• 10am to 4pm - with breaks throughout

• Lunch and refreshments will be provided

 

The deadline for applications is 12pm Wednesday 17 April.

 

Elevate will start the following week; with a 2-hour drop-in session for applicants who are able to attend Elevate (Spring 2024).

 

We are looking forward to hearing from you!

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Please note: Elevate is run by Abianda’s Participation team who will work with young women to access the programme, but will not have capacity to provide 1:1 casework-type support

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