Tackling Poverty

  Living in an outer London borough meant she was impacted by the living costs of more central boroughs but had none of the opportunities and services. Due to long […]

Louis, Team Leader in our London-based Skills and Employment Team, describes his work with John (name changed to protect confidentiality). “I met John at the job centre, who had put

Ardan* came to us seeking a role within the education sector, but his journey to securing employment had been far from straightforward. Initially referred to us from his local NHS

Paul*, a young man with experience in the care system, came to St Giles facing significant challenges but showing remarkable resilience and potential. Residing in safe accommodation in South London,

After a difficult start in life, Robert (name changed to protect confidentiality) came to St Giles for support in finding a job. Robert is very shy and neurodivergent. He had

Graeme came to St Giles after a life of trauma looking for support to help turn his life around. I use my own lived experience to support others – I

“Being out of work I found it hard to buy food so I was just living on my evening meals: porridge and cereal. I was not eating well. I was

This story is part of the Peer Power series – a photographic collaboration between professional photographer Jeff Hubbard and Peer Advisors.  Earlier this year (2022) they worked together to portray

This story is part of the Peer Power series – a photographic collaboration between professional photographer Jeff Hubbard and Peer Advisors.  Earlier this year (2022) they worked together to portray

Taz shares a typical day in her busy working life helping her young clients get the advice and support they need to realise their employment goals. 9am: I plan my