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Turning Pasts Into Futures A charity working across the UK using real-life past experiences to provide advice, training and support to people facing challenges today. https://sprout.link/st_giles_trust
With 51% of smart meter users saying it helps them feel more in control of their energy bills, this partnership is an important step in helping those we support to make informed decisions, reduce financial stress, and improve household stability.
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We’re proud to be partnering with Smart Energy GB to support our Pantry members in tackling rising energy costs.
We’ll be reaching more than 1,580 people through one-to-one support sessions, workshops, and tailored resources, with energy management guidance and the benefits of smart meters.
"One of the key aims of the Pantry is to help our members regain control over their finances – and smart meters can be a valuable tool in managing household budgets."
– Beyrom Irani, St Giles’ Pantry Team Leader.
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💛We Are Hiring!💛
Take a look at our roles.
Apply and find more information online:
https://www.stgilestrust.org.uk/current-vacancies/
“We won’t let up in our efforts until every child is safe“
Samir was awarded the Community Champion award as part of Arsenal's #NoMoreRed initiative.
The award, announced during #KnifeCrimeAwarenessWeek, shows the need for more support for young people.
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#Knifecrimeawarenessweek
From 2023-2024, our early intervention work supported more than 1,350 children and young people aged 11-25, providing them with critical support to remain safe from knife crime and towards safer futures.
Read more here: www.stgilestrust.org.uk/saving-young...
💛We are proud to be supporting #KnifeCrimeAwarenessWeek
alongside other brilliant organisations.
#Knifecrime is not an inevitable part of society. Across the country, together we are all making a tangible difference in the lives of young people every day.
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"We must ensure that its application distinguishes between true perpetrators & those manipulated into criminal activities."
St Giles CEO, Tracey Burley
We welcome the recent introduction of the Crime and Policing Bill, criminalising CCE & Cuckooing.
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"A recent report... made some enlightened, progressive recommendations on... the most stubborn issues facing our strained justice system."
- Junior Smart, St Giles Trust, discusses the recent Times Crime and Justice Report.
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"something so special and meaningful" - Roisin Keville
This April, marks 10 years of true impact at Royal London Hospital.
💛154 young lives supported this year alone
💛Re-admission rates reduced to 7%
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#10YearsOfImpact #YouthSupport #ViolenceReduction
"when I was at my most vulnerable and broken state, they picked me up, with absolutely no judgment"
When Charlotte joined St Giles, her experiences have given her the skills support to Women through the Criminal Justice System.
Hear more from Charlotte: stgilestrust.org.uk/story/charlo...
St Giles welcomes action to hold tech firms accountable.
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“The portrayal of knife crime on social media has significantly hindered efforts to reduce it” Patrick Green, CEO, Ben Kinsella Trust
Cuts to essential services have a negative impact on young people, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
So it is essential for us to redouble efforts to really listen to young people & give them the support & care they deserve.
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Focussing on prevention and intervention, helping young people have a safe future free from violence & exploitation.
Ultimately, these are issues for all of us, and it is not just down to children and young people to change.
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The hit show #Adolescence recently raised the profile of a wide range of issues & challenges facing young people.
But these issues aren’t new.
For over 15 years, #StGilesTrust has worked with young people in communities across the UK.
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Nod elusen @stgilestrust.bsky.social Giles yw adeiladu cymunedau cynhwysol lle mae'r rhai sy'n wynebu adfyd yn cael dweud eu dweud ac mae cyfleoedd yn ffynnu. Trwy gyllid Taith, aethant ag unigolion i Norwy, gan eu helpu i oresgyn rhwystrau a gweld eu profiadau byw fel rhywbeth cadarnhaol
19.03.2025 14:43 — 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0@stgilestrust.bsky.social charity aims to build inclusive communities where those facing adversity are heard and opportunities flourish. Through Taith funding they took individuals to Norway, helping them overcome barriers and see their lived experiences positively
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St Giles CEO Tracey Burley participated as a panelist at the
London Business School's #EQUALL2025 Conference, dedicated to advancing gender equality and inclusion in business.
She delivered compelling insights on empowering women and championing authentic leadership.
#IWD2025 #ForAllWomenAndGirls
Ardan came to St Giles seeking a role within the education sector, but his journey to securing employment had been far from straightforward.
By identifying providing ongoing guidance, we're helping him take meaningful steps toward sustainable employment.
🔗 Read Ardan's story in our Bio
We have Cardiff Half Marathon places available to run for St Giles!
Here is what you need to know:
✔️Date: October 5th 2025
✔️Location: Cardiff
✔️Sponsorship target: £300
✔️Entry: Only £30
Sign up here: www.stgilestrust.org.uk/support-us/f...
💛 We Are Hiring 💛
Check out our roles now and read more online:
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Photograph of woman sat at a table with craft supplies including paint, glue and reference pictures.
As well as the package of support, our Norwich Pantry, runs holistic wellbeing workshops so clients to learn new skills, self-reflect, & connect with others in their community in a supportive environment.
Read more about our tackling Poverty initiative:
www.stgilestrust.org.uk/crafting-cal...
This spotlight is an important reminder of the complexity of the issue and the need for a joined-up approach to prevent future engagement and readmissions.
We hope this helps spark understanding and ongoing action to tackle youth violence.
Watch tonight at 9 pm on BBC 1, & on Iplayer now.
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Our hospital team is honoured to be part of the solution, dramatically reducing readmission rates of young people involved in knife crime, and reflecting the positive impact of our lived experience-based approach.
Watch tonight at 9 pm on BBC 1, & on Iplayer now.
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We’re incredibly grateful to the BBC and Idris Elba for shedding light on the ongoing #youthviolence and #knifecrime 'crisis'.
Watch tonight at 9 pm on BBC 1, & on Iplayer now.
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Give your new years resolution a boost and support St Giles by taking part in a challenge event or race, making a real difference to the people we support.
We have events in:
💛 Cardiff
💛 Midlands
💛 London
💛 East Of England
💛 Yorkshire
and more...
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In Idris Elba's newest documentary "Our Knife Crime Crisis" St Giles Hospital Intervention team, highlights how intervening at a critical moment and giving the young person support to address underlying issues and vulnerability, helps keep them safe after discharge.
🔗Watch the trailer in our Bio
We also assist young people who are held back by obstacles like poverty, family breakdown, leaving care, or prior involvement with the criminal justice system.
More information about our skills & employment work with young people: www.stgilestrust.org.uk/what-we-do/e...
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Our Employment team offers impartial, client-focused support for individuals facing barriers such as homelessness, time spent in prison, mental health challenges, and addiction.
More information about our employment work with adults: www.stgilestrust.org.uk/what-we-do/e...
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Photograph on young woman talking to older woman holding a clipboard. Text in image: "it was so helpful to have your advice on how i may support my client into voluntary work in Southwark" - Dr Harriet Mellotte Senior Clinical Psychologist
"Thanks so much for speaking to me today, it was so helpful to have your advice on how I may support my client into voluntary work in Southwark, a much-valued service."
Kind feedback for our Skills & Employment service from Dr Harriet Mellotte, Senior Clinical Psychologist.
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