A £7,500 grant from the Manx Lottery Trust’s dormant assets fund will be used to support two new programmes being introduced by Junior Achievement Isle of Man.
The grant will help Junior Achievement recruit and train more than 100 volunteers, ultimately facilitating delivery of two new programmes aimed at equipping secondary school students with the skills, confidence and aspirations they need for the future world of work.
About 2,000 secondary school students are expected to benefit from the new programmes, which focus on developing valuable employability skills including communication, teamwork, problem-solving and resilience. The initiative also looks to strengthen links between education and employers, giving young people a clearer understanding of local career pathways and future opportunities.
Sue Cook of Junior Achievement Isle of Man, said: “As we prepare to introduce two new programmes, this funding will allow us to build a strong and sustainable volunteer network, ensuring our volunteers feel confident, well prepared and supported throughout their time with us.
“Their involvement will make a genuine difference to thousands of young people across the Island.”
Dave Christian, chair of Manx Lottery Trust, added: “The connection between schools and the workplace is extremely valuable, and volunteers play a vital role in making that possible.”