Client: Young offenders in custody

SOVA's work with those in custody includes both male and female young offenders. Projects offer guidance and support to improve the long-term prospects of individuals to move towards their goal of employment.

Employment is a key factor in reducing re-offending thereby by addressing training, education and employment needs SOVA aims to increase employability and support individuals into suitable, sustainable employment. This might include:-

• one to one guidance to identify barriers to employment
• accommodation
• drug or alcohol mis-use
• basic skills
• mental health
• referrals to relevant organisations
• accredited training
• jobsearch, cv and interview techniques
• criminal record disclosure
• group sessions for confidence building
• employment preparation
• mentor support
• family support
• appropriate adults

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