Connected Futures East Midlands is an in-depth research project. It seeks to identify the system and issues around employment for young people with Learning Disabilities (LD) and/or Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC). It considers preparation for work, as well as securing employment and career progression. The project is a partnership between DEBP, East Midlands Combined County Authority, Nottinghamshire County Council, Derbyshire County Council, Nottingham City Council and Derby City Council. It is one of only eleven projects nationally to be awarded the Connected Futures Fund from The Youth Futures Foundation.
Youth Voice
Young people and disabled people are starting to be involved in discussions and creating solutions to the issues that affect them. This project is the first of its kind. Therefore, it will inform the way the system treats young and disabled people countrywide regarding employment and further education.
As part of the project, there has been a team of Connected Futures Ambassadors representing the four local authority areas – Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham, and Nottinghamshire. They have listened to the perspectives of young people aged 16-25 years old with lived experience of LD and/or ASC. They captured youth voices to help shape their future, make a real difference in decision-making processes and empower their journey into the world of work. To read about the work of the Team, view the latest newsletter.
Journey of the Connected Futures Programme
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Theory of Change for Connected Futures Phase 2
For more details about the vision and goals of the programme, view or download the Theory of Change document below. It contains key resources, key activities/inputs, and key outcomes, etc.