Voices from the frontline
The people we work with come from all different backgrounds, situations and ages. Our approach is not one-size-fits-all. We work with each person as an individual, helping them realise their future goals. Read the stories of some of them here.
John’s Story
Louis, Team Leader in our London-based Skills and Employment Team, describes his work with John (name changed to […]
Read storyArdan’s Story
Ardan* came to us seeking a role within the education sector, but his journey to securing employment had […]
Read storyPaul’s Story
Paul*, a young man with experience in the care system, came to St Giles facing significant challenges but […]
Read storyRobert’s story
After a difficult start in life, Robert (name changed to protect confidentiality) came to St Giles for support […]
Read storyGraeme’s Story
Graeme came to St Giles after a life of trauma looking for support to help turn his life […]
Read storySamuel’s story
We helped Samuel achieve the qualifications he started whilst in prison, giving him direction, confidence and hope for […]
Read storyCaitlin’s story
We first came into contact with Caitlin when she was released from prison. She has had a turbulent […]
Read storySarah’s Story
With the support of St Giles, Sarah is working on becoming financially independent and is looking at housing […]
Read storyJackie’s story
“Being out of work I found it hard to buy food so I was just living on my […]
Read storyCara’s story
Cara* came to St Giles as a highly vulnerable young person at risk of sexual exploitation, due to […]
Read storyAlan’s story
Many people leaving prison are in very vulnerable circumstances and the risk of re-offending is high if the […]
Read storyTracey’s story
This story is part of the Peer Power series – a photographic collaboration between professional photographer Jeff Hubbard […]
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