Red2Green’s Advance project works with people who would benefit from support into work or volunteering, either because their skills need updating, they lack confidence or because employers have been unable to see past their disability.

Whether people want quick help or support for a year, we will:

• offer activities to help build confidence and self esteem
• help people develop individual action plans based on their aims, aspirations, interests, talents and personality style
• encourage accredited employment related training
• develop relevant skills in preparation for employment or volunteering
• ensure mentoring support
• provide regular reviews to support both the employer and employee for an agreed time.

Within the first year, we envisage everyone will achieve relevant volunteering or work experiences in line with their personal plans and with local opportunities.

Follow these links for Peter’s case study and Anna's case study.

Here are some answers to frequently asked questions about volunteering and about getting into work.

As part of the Advance programme we will be producing supplements to our 'News from Red2Green' newsletter, giving the latest volunteering and work-related information. If you would like to receive these supplements, please sign up by clicking on this link.

For more information on the Advance programme, please email us using this link.

Advance is primarily funded by the Esmee Fairbairn Foundation.