£6.6m initiative in Liverpool celebrates first anniversary

LIVERPOOL investment charity One Ark is partnering with TalentMatch LCR, a Big Lottery funded initiative, which has invested £6.6m into the city region.

The initiative is now celebrating its one year anniversary with an event a the Albert Dock.

Young people, helped by TalentMatch, have been invited to a question and answer session where they can gain frank advice and opinions from a panel of decision makers from the Liverpool area.

These include One Ark’s social impact co-ordinator Helen Paton and Cllr Nick Small.

TalentMatch LCR is aimed at young people aged between 18 and 24 who have been out of employment education or training (NEETS) for more than 12 months and who are furthest away from the job market.

Director of enterprise and investment at One Ark, Helen Wills, said: “We partner with local agencies and likeminded organisations wherever possible to create inspiring and sustainable opportunities for Liverpool city region residents who wouldn’t normally have access to them.

“Everyone we work with shares our desire to help and support the people who live in the communities that surround us.

“Our work with TalentMatch LCR is a perfect example of this and we’re proud to team up with the initiative to create real chances for young people who haven’t had an easy start or who may be considered vulnerable.

“We’re passionate about championing projects which raise the aspirations of young people and generate even more positive life changes for people throughout the region.”