All aboard for mentoring

The Allen Gardiner

On Thurs, 17th August, from 9.30am-11am, courtesy of Articulate, there is the opportunity to meet old and new acquaintance and enjoy a lovely brunch plus welcome (non alcoholic) cocktail aboard the brilliant river cruise boat, the Allen Gardiner.  The boat is berthed at Ipswich Haven Marina, and although the vessel will stay in port you will have a chance to experience being on board.

The purpose of the event is to introduce a project called ‘GrandMentoring’, an innovative initiative that harnesses the energy, skills and experience of older volunteers (50+) to support young people in our area to find work, stay on in education or take up training.

Originally the brainchild of Lord and Lady Freud, the scheme has been running in London since 2009. Now it is here in our own backyard!  In central Ipswich alone, there are more than 400 young people in care. Any person aged 50+ who wants to give back to the community, give a young person a chance and can spare about an hour a week (or equivalent) would make a huge difference. You may not fit the bill yourself, but you may know someone who does.  Any project that increases employability skills has obvious benefits for both those who are mentored and for local businesses.

This is all about changing lives and personal contact, not just giving money.

Tickets £15, Bookings close 10th August. To find out more, and/or to book in, please visit www.articulatehlc.co.uk