Your Stories

Inspiration starts here!  A place for the most uplifting, motivational and brave people in Gateshead to capture our hearts and minds with their compelling stories. surprised

Amy’s Journey to Employment

Amy’s Journey to Employment

Hi, my name is Amy. I have cerebral palsy and ADHD. I’m 23 years old. My job is a 6-month contract with Kickstart which is a government scheme to...

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Demi’s Story

Demi’s Story

My name is Demi and I’m 21 years old. I’m originally from Fife, Scotland, but I grew up in the North East of England since I was 4. Scotland will...

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FLARE Podcasts

FLARE Podcasts

FLARE is the Department for Education’s national young SEND advisory group. FLARE, which stands for Friendship, Learning, Achieve, Reach and...

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FLARE Blogs

FLARE Blogs

FLARE is the Department for Education’s national young SEND advisory group. FLARE, which stands for Friendship, Learning, Achieve, Reach and...

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‘Future You’ helps JG

‘Future You’ helps JG

Future You and Youth Focus North East have got JG the work experience placement he has been looking for since the lockdown was lifted. JG - who has...

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