Before I started CXK’s Prince’s Trust Team programme I had just dropped out of college, I wasn’t in a very good place and was really struggling. I was very down all of the time and barely left the house. I didn’t feel like my life had any purpose. All my friends were getting on with their life. Whereas I was stuck in this awful position that I couldn’t get out from.
“My journey through Team was the best thing I have ever experienced”
My journey through Team was the best thing I have ever experienced, I started to feel like I had a purpose. I didn’t feel so alone because there were so many people around me going through the same thing. I had no confidence to meet new people or try new things. However gradually I started the gain the confidence and was able to push myself. There were a lot of difficult times during the programme because I was really struggling with myself. I didn’t feel I was good enough to achieve the things that we set out to. It was really hard being with a team of strangers, doing and going through something so different in your life. There were ups and downs in the group because everyone was going through something difficult. I think that’s what brought us together.
“I have always wanted to make a difference”
Being a part of this team made me feel normal again and a part of something special. The community project was close to everyone’s hearts in our team – we really wanted to do something great! I’d always wanted to make a difference, to do something special. Doing the community project let me and others achieve that. It was the best thing I have ever done.
After the programme finished I went back to college and got my entry level 3 Maths, employability skills and first aid training. I’m now completing an apprenticeship at a charity that supports people with learning disabilities and mental health issues get into employment or a volunteering placement.
“I’m now completing an apprenticeship”
Without Team I honestly wouldn’t be where I am today. I would have never had the confidence to go back to college, I would never have had the confidence and felt as if I was good enough to work. I’ll forever be grateful for the opportunity that was given to me, and for the people I experienced it with. I had the most amazing team leaders that have changed my life, I wouldn’t have been such a life changing experience without them.
At CXK we’re proud to provide training courses, development programmes and emotional support, advice and guidance which help young people to develop the skills and confidence to take their next steps in life.
Whether you’re looking for careers advice, want to develop your confidence, are looking to improve your Maths and English skills, or aren’t in education or employment and unsure what to do next; our services can provide you with the essential skills and confidence you need to ensure you’re in the best position to move forwards. For further details on the services we offer, visit our Services page.
