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From classroom to career: how we help young women find economic independence
Economic independence is the foundation of safety. Our training programme puts skills — and a salary — into the hands of the young women we serve.
By Abdel · admin
Safety without income is fragile. A young woman escaping a forced marriage or a violent home too often returns because she has no way to pay rent. This is why every survivor-support pathway we run is paired with a training pathway.
The curriculum
Twelve-week cohorts cover digital skills (spreadsheets, writing, remote-work basics), a recognised customer-service qualification, and one-to-one mentoring. Trainees finish with a portfolio, a reference, and — increasingly — a paid placement.
Why remote work matters
Remote-capable roles mean our trainees are not dependent on a single local employer. A young woman in Gateshead can work for a firm in London, Manchester, or overseas, with childcare and transport barriers reduced.
Results so far
Of the 72 young women who completed the 2025 intake, 44 moved into paid work within three months of graduating. We are on track to place 120 through the programme in 2026.