At Spiral Skills, we envision a world where every young person has the opportunity to develop their essential skills, connect with opportunities and feel empowered to make a difference in their communities. We work to ensure every young person is excited about their future, motivated to make it a reality, and equipped with the essential skills they need to thrive.

Our goal is to raise £20,000 to provide safe, supportive spaces where underserved young people can develop essential skills, improve their mental health, and connect with meaningful education and employment pathways. The funding will expand our supportive services and evolve our new collaborative Youth Space, The Brixton Factory—a place where young people can access well-being support, build life-changing skills, and shape their futures.

Why Your Support Matters:

Young people are in the midst of a mental health crisis—together, we can be the support they deserve.

At Spiral Skills, we take a holistic approach that prepares underserved young Londoners for both education and employment by combining personal development, essential skills training, well-being support, mentorship, and real-world job opportunities. This approach helps young people improve their mental health, gain confidence, and build fulfilling futures.

Our impact: 100% of participants report improved well-being, 94% feel more positive about their future, and life satisfaction increases by 10.5%. 

Currently, nearly half (44%) of underserved young people experience severe psychological distress (UCL), and 3 in 4 can’t access the support they need (Trust for London).

Let’s Break the Cycle of Exclusion & Empower Young People with the Skills to Succeed

Spiral Skills provides young people facing exclusion from the education system with the support they need to navigate employment pathways and build fulfilling futures.

In 2022/23, 9,376 students were permanently excluded from school, marking a 44% surge from the previous year (gov. UK). These exclusions disproportionately affect underserved communities, with over 40% impacting young people on free school meals and 51% with special educational needs (SEN). Without intervention, these students are significantly more likely to fall into unemployment. 

"They help to grow your confidence and your independence."

Your donation ensures no young person suffers from the impact of exclusion — together, we can break the cycle of exclusion and create positive outcomes.

Invest in a Safe Space for Young People to Thrive 

Since 2010, £1.1 billion has been cut from youth services, leading to the closure of 760 youth centers and leaving young people without essential support. Meanwhile, 85% of youth services report rising demand.

In response, Spiral Skills, in partnership with The Create Foundation, Iconic Steps, Street Soccer London, and Esports UK, is launching The Brixton Factory—a collaborative youth hub co-designed by young people and local residents. This trauma-informed space will provide mental health support, digital skills training, and entrepreneurship opportunities.

Your donation can make our aspirations for this space a reality, helping young people thrive and secure fulfilling futures.