Cardigan Centre: Locally Based; Rooted in Communities; Creating Sustainable Futures
Cardigan Centre is a community based organisation using a multi purpose approach to work with individuals and families to find the most effective ways to improve quality of life.Youth Point,the young people's department aims to empower and support young people to make informed decisions to aid their transition into adult life, Learning Point supports individuals in their personal growth, Resource Point supports the organastion's sustainibilty through social enterprise .
Why the community needs usWe work with individuals, families and young people to overcome challenges such as social inclusion, improving health and well being , and improving economic circumstances. Youth Point engages people from inner city communities where there are high levels of poverty, unemployment and crime. We provide a wide range of services that supports young people within these areas to raise their aspirations and achieve their goals.
Our impact on the communityExamples of impact include:89% of young people move into positive destinations, including employment, education or training. Improved school attendance and academic attainment.Older people using the internet for the first time.Reduction in anti social and criminal behaviours.
We are looking for enthusiastic and committed to volunteers to work across all our projects , from admin support to youth work , including on-line sessions, outreach work, information and support, fund raising , allotment work and research
