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Discovery Initiative

, England, United Kingdom • 0 Employees
Non-profits & Non-profit Services

Discovery Initiative is a project based in East London which started in August 2008. It is a project that helps young people of all races, cultures and backgrounds, Discover, Develop and Deploy their Talents and Gifts, and by so doing making positive impact and adding value to their communities. \\This is delivered through training, advice and information, arts and cultural activities, capacity building, education and teaching, events and workshops, organised sport and activities, regular meetings, skills development, facilitation, mentoring, coaching and various activities, fun and field trips.\\AIMS & OBJECTIVES \\Research shows that many young people in this country like never before needs direction, support and guidance on how to succeed in every area of their life. The unfortunate thing is that there are not so many who are making out time to mentor them. This is one of the reasons why Discovery Initiative is set out to be a solution to the ill of the society common among the young people. Examples of such are: \\Absent role models and mentors \Lack of direction for young people \Idleness \Crime \Unemployment \Drug related issues \Rebellion \Gang culture\Thus our AIMS & OBJECTIVES ARE:\\Addressing unemployment, Promoting education and learning, , Training and skills building amongst Young people, Providing training and building skills, Working with young people, Developing role models, Promoting youth leadership and creating jobs and opportunities.