National Citizen Service “Summer of a Lifetime” Pilot
Vinspired and the Dame Kelly Holmes Legacy Trust, in collaboration with local partners, are set to deliver the National Citizen Service (NCS) “Summer of a Lifetime” pilot. This initiative aims to engage and motivate young people, providing them with enriching experiences and fostering a spirit of civic engagement.
Vinspired will leverage its extensive network to coordinate the NCS programme, offering 1,065 places across various locations in England. The organization, renowned for its expertise in volunteering for young people, partners with entities from the Voluntary Sector, Further Education Colleges, and Local Authorities.
Empowering Young Individuals
Vinspired’s Chief Executive expressed enthusiasm about partnering in this government pilot program, emphasizing the impact of innovative social media activities that have inspired hundreds of thousands of young people to engage in volunteering. The initiative is designed to offer young individuals engaging and relevant opportunities, encouraging lifelong involvement in social action.
“The creativity and desire of young people to make a difference is undeniable,” says the Chief Executive. “Our research shows that involvement in social action can lead to a lifelong commitment.”
Collaboration with Sporting Champions
The Dame Kelly Holmes Legacy Trust will contribute by deploying over 200 Olympic, Paralympic, and world sporting champions to inspire young participants. These champions, equipped with level 3 mentoring qualifications, will support local recruitment, community projects, and graduation events.
Our Partners
Vinspired collaborates with a diverse range of partners, including:
- Blackburn College
- Bradford Council
- City of Wolverhampton College
- Dame Kelly Holmes Legacy Trust
- East Durham College
- Focus (Leicester)
- Gateshead Voluntary Organisations Council
- Greater Manchester Youth Network
- Harrow Council
- Hertfordshire Council
- Learning Partnerships (Leeds)
- Make a Difference/Milton Keynes College
- Newham College
- Oxfordshire Council
- Portsmouth Highbury College
- The British Red Cross
- Staffordshire Council
- Voluntary Organisations Development Agency
- Voluntary Action Derby
- YMCA Stoke on Trent
- Youth Federation
For more information, explore our National Citizen Service collaboration with local partners and discover how we’re making a difference in communities across the UK.
Join Us
Young people interested in volunteering opportunities can learn more about the National Citizen Service and how Vinspired is involved.
Explore our Summer of Give and other exciting initiatives aimed at enhancing skills and promoting civic engagement.
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Together, we can empower young individuals to achieve their potential and make a lasting impact in their communities.