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Applications for Cockpit September intake now open including six funded places

by Stuart Tucker | 13 Mar 2023 | Bursaries, Charity partners, Heritage crafts, News, Our networks

For over 30 years, Cockpit has provided funded and subsidised studio spaces for talented craftspeople in London, along with in-house business support and coaching. Applications are now open for our September intake, with a number of funded places you can apply for listed below. The deadline for applications is 11th April. The Radcliffe Emerging Maker Award is for a maker from any craft discipline who has already reached a level of excellence in skill and is looking to take their practice to...

Gower College update: £100k project to support at risk young people into secure employment funded by the City & Guilds Foundation

by Stuart Tucker | 12 Jan 2023 | Critical transition points, Funding, News, Our networks, Youth engagement

In this video, Gower College Swansea gives an update on the progress of our strategic partnership to support learners at risk of dropping out of education, overcome barriers and find positive ways to gain skills and enduring work. The funding is aiming to put up to 200 young people through a Transition & Engagement support programme, designed to raise aspirations and help disadvantaged and disengaged learners to develop and enhance existing skills to prepare them for the world of work. You...

Reflecting on our achievements in 2022

by Justine Procter | 14 Dec 2022 | Bursaries, Charity partners, City & Guilds initiatives, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Funding, Lived Experience, News, Our networks, Princess Royal Training Awards, Prisoners and ex-offenders, Refugee support, Resources, Responsible Business, Social Impact, Youth engagement

As the end of 2022 fast approaches, the team at the City & Guilds Foundation took some time to reflect and share their top highlights and achievements from the last year and moments to be proud of. Laura Mountain “Thinking about what we’ve collectively achieved over the past year, it is really incredible and just goes to show what you can do with brilliant, passionate people who constantly pull together – and challenge each other – to do the best they can. A particular highlight for me has...

Demonstrating the impact of outstanding training with The Princess Royal Training Awards class of 2022

by Mike Ormand | 9 Dec 2022 | Awards alumni, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Events, News, Princess Royal Training Awards

This year 46 organisations came together at London’s Banqueting House on Tuesday 6th December to be personally congratulated on stage by HRH The Princess Royal, alongside Chief Executive of City & Guilds, Kirstie Donnelly MBE and Chair of City & Guilds, Dame Ann Limb.

Interview with Jordan Stevenson, City & Guilds Diversity & Inclusion Lead for Product

by Lauren Roberts | 17 Nov 2022 | City & Guilds initiatives, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, News

We caught up with Jordan to find out more about how we are changing the way we design products at City & Guilds to make sure everyone – whatever their background – has the best opportunity to succeed. As a Foundation, we are dedicated to removing barriers for people who to gain skills and get into work, so we are hopeful that this innovative, thoughtful, and practical activity will make a big difference – especially for those who are underrepresented and with less advantage. What inspired...

Cox London: Valuing individuality and diversity

by Jennifer Warner | 27 Oct 2022 | Awards alumni, Case studies, Princess Royal Training Awards

Research by UNESCO in 2022 into the creative industries demonstrated a decline in the value of the cultural and leisure sectors and a substantial loss of jobs since the Covid-19 pandemic.

OnSide: A sustainable approach to securing the next generation of leaders

by Jennifer Warner | 27 Oct 2022 | Awards alumni, Case studies, Princess Royal Training Awards

The youth work sector has faced significant challenges in recent years, with a billion-pound reduction in investment and a depleting pool of talent in senior leadership.

Travis Perkins: Trailblazing in the construction sector

by Jennifer Warner | 27 Oct 2022 | Awards alumni, Case studies, Princess Royal Training Awards

Travis Perkins plc, one of the UK’s leading builders merchants, has been proactive in tackling the challenges facing the construction industry.

MPCT: A small programme with a big impact

by Lan Che | 25 Oct 2022 | Awards alumni, Case studies, Princess Royal Training Awards

In a post-pandemic world, where mental health issues have risen considerably on a global scale, investing in the mental health and well-being of employees has become increasingly significant for businesses and organisations.

Xtrac: An innovative approach to apprenticeships

by Lan Che | 25 Oct 2022 | Awards alumni, Case studies, Princess Royal Training Awards

Xtrac, a world-leading manufacturer of transmission solutions for motorsports and the high-performance automotive industry, was facing a developing skills gap resulting from an ageing workforce in the automotive sector.