Upturn, an Oldham-based social enterprise established in 2004, is celebrating its third year of supporting young people experiencing poverty in Oldham, thanks to the grant. Of the 51 young people who engaged with the BBC Children in Need funded programme, Upturn saw all 51 participants secure employment or enter further education. “This is why we at Upturn are here – we want to support these young people and make a tangible, positive impact on their lives. Emily Swords, BBC Children in Need’s Head of North, said: “It’s always a real privilege to award grants to organisations like Upturn Enterprise, who deliver employability support in Oldham. It demonstrates how our grants programme makes a positive difference to children and young people’s lives.”If you have a story, I cover the whole borough of Oldham.

Source: The Times December 02, 2023 10:26 UTC