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We recently held an event at the #Pierhead, to share our analysis and recommendations from our new research on employment support policy in #Wales.   🔎 Our research examines the future of #employment support #policy in #Wales and identifies areas where the existing system can be improved to better assist people to find good quality work, particularly those facing barriers involving poor #health and #disability.   📉 146,000 people or 7.7% of the working-age population are economically inactive due to long-term health conditions or disabilities in Wales, compared with 5.5% in England and 6.9% in Scotland.   If Wales matched the UK employment rate, around 28,000 extra people would be in work. Employment support has a vital role to play in addressing job insecurity and in-work #poverty and making Wales a #fairwork nation.   We are calling for a shared strategy to tackle #economic inactivity. To address these issues in Wales, there needs to be a much closer partnership between the #UK and Welsh Government. Joshua Miles, Director for Wales and co-author of the report said: 🗨 “Wales has higher rates of economic inactivity and fewer people employed in the labour market. This is despite 75,000 economically inactive people in Wales wanting to work. This calls for a targeted and considered policy response from its elected representatives. However, the current support landscape is at best muddled with strategies from Welsh, UK and local government that too often compete rather than complement each other. International comparators such as the USA, Canada, Germany and the Netherlands show that we can get this right with policies that reflect local communities and drive better outcomes for all concerned. We need to see much closer working and alignment between the Welsh and UK governments if we’re going to tackle economic inactivity and help those who want to work to get meaningful and fulfilling employment.” 📃Explore our report on our website 👇 https://lnkd.in/etujwBpc

We are working as a Northumberland County Partnership to develop a local commitment to tackle social, economic and health inequalities in Northumberland. This means ensuring people living or working in Northumberland have fair access to a decent income, a good quality job as well as good quality education and training opportunities. By working together this will help us not only reduce inequalities but also address the shared challenges of a reducing working age population and skills shortages. As part of this commitment, we would like to celebrate the work Northumberland's employers are already doing to widen opportunities. Please take a few minutes to answer 3 questions via this this link by the 30th August. The Northumberland County Partnership includes organisations from the Public Sector, the Voluntary and Community Sector Representatives, The North East Chamber of Commerce, The Federation of Small Businesses, Advance Northumberland and Connect Northumberland as well as many of the larger employers in Northumberland. If you would like to find out more about the County Partnership or the local commitment, contact [email protected], drop me a message, or you can find out more here. https://lnkd.in/gg-kHWrg

Keeping this visible. Looking forward to collating responses from organisations and seeing how you are committing to neuroinclusive practice 🙂 Not sure how to confirm your pledge? please see info in post below!

We are proud to be part of the Northumberland County Partnership, working to develop a local commitment to tackle social, economic and health inequalities in Northumberland. We are working to ensure people living or working in Northumberland have fair access to a decent income, a good quality job as well as good quality education and training opportunities. By working together this will help us not only reduce inequalities but also address the shared challenges of a reducing working age population and skills shortages. As part of this commitment, we would like to provide examples of how Northumberland's employers are already working to widen opportunities. This might be through your local recruitment and employment practices, supporting the local economy and looking after the environment. Please take a few minutes to complete this short survey which will take 4 minutes to complete. Our friends at Northumberland County Council are collating responses: https://lnkd.in/dBhDJbgQ The Northumberland County Partnership includes the Public Sector, the Voluntary and Community Sector, North East Chamber of Commerce, Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), Advance Northumberland and Connect Northumberland as well as many of the larger employers in Northumberland. If you would like to find out more about the County Partnership or the local commitment, contact Liz Robinson or you can find out more about the County Partnership here: https://lnkd.in/dhCWVTXN #WorkingTogether #ABetterNorthumberland

"The principle of social work should be there for everyone, free at the point of need, focusing on equity, not just equality. We're trying to make sure people can stay in their communities with the support they need rather than us stepping in and taking over. It's a tough challenge, especially with budget cuts, but it's essential for maintaining social justice." Abyd Quinn Aziz "In the US, social work has become such a big business. A lot of social workers are working in organizations that profit off of our work, and it's a huge problem. Understanding the differences and similarities between the US and UK systems is important for addressing these issues." Alicia Stettler, LCSW, CYT Becoming a Social Worker in Wales: Education and Challenges | Abyd Quinn Aziz In this thought-provoking clip from Episode 47 of The Critical Social Worker: A Revolutionary Storytelling Podcast, Alicia Stettler from the audience, and guest Abyd Quinn Aziz, discuss the pathways to becoming a social worker in Wales and the unique challenges and differences compared to the United States. Abyd, Programme Director for the MA Social Work at Cardiff University, provides insights into the educational requirements, the scope of practice, and the influence of government policies on social work in Wales. 0:00 - Introduction and context: Pathways to becoming a social worker in the UK 1:01 - The scope of practice for social workers in Wales 2:02 - Differences between social work in the US and UK 3:59 - Impact of government policies on social work in Wales 5:54 - Reflections on values and resource allocation 7:55 - The influence of community-based approaches in Wales 9:03 - Recent changes in Welsh government and their impact on social work Watch the full episode here: • Episode 47: Charting Paths of Change https://lnkd.in/gnzCTW_Z About Abyd Quinn Aziz: Abyd Quinn Aziz is a distinguished social work educator at Cardiff University, known for his groundbreaking work in the field. With over two decades of experience, Abyd has dedicated his career to advocating for social justice, cultural sensitivity, and anti-racism in social work practices. His commitment to challenging systemic inequalities and fostering inclusive communities has made him a revolutionary force in the discipline. Abyd's insights and contributions continue to inspire social workers and students worldwide. Questions for Dialogue and Reflection: What are the key differences in social work education and practice between the US and the UK? How do government policies influence social work practices in different regions? How can community-based approaches enhance the effectiveness of social work? #SocialWork #Education #GovernmentPolicy #Community #RevolutionarySocialWork #AbydQuinnAziz #AliciaStettler

RISE (Reducing Inequalities, Supporting Employment) is a support programme that offers one-to-one advice and employability support, empowering those involved to overcome both personal and professional challenges. Better Connect Find out more: https://lnkd.in/evTqHmVe

Get Set for another contract win. We are excited to announce that we’ve been awarded a contract to deliver an Individual Placement and Support in Primary Care (IPSPC) programme for Surrey County Council, as part of the Work Wise scheme. Our large team of Employment Specialists will be providing services to almost 1,000 individuals across Surrey’s top 5 “Key Neighbourhoods”, 📍 including Hooley, Merstham & Netherne, Canalside, Westborough, Stoke and Stanwell North. Additionally, our services will also support residents accessing community health services and ethnically diverse people, including those who speak English as a second language. This IPSPC programme provides employment support to adults with long-term conditions or disabilities to help them access and maintain work. This supports Surrey County Council’s system-wide objectives to ‘grow a sustainable economy from which everyone can benefit’, ensure no one is left behind, and everyone is able to fulfil their potential. It recognises employment as a social determinant of health and wellbeing that will support improvements in health inequalities. Through this scheme, Get Set UK's services will enable individuals access to employment, in many cases quickly, building on their strengths and skills, enabling them to realise their potential for recovery. Our Employment Specialists will work alongside a network of existing health and care teams and local employers to support those who want to work. Thomas Harley FIEP FRSA, Get Set UK’s CEO: “The IPS model is a proven model of employment support for people with mental health issues. It has been shown to deliver superior employment and health outcomes, achieving up to twice as many job outcomes for people with severe mental illness than traditional programmes. Through the Work Wise programme, Get Set UK will offer expansive support services to those with mental or physical disabilities, those already accessing health services and/or those with ESOL needs, to find jobs that meet their strengths and skills, whilst also supporting their wider needs.” Get Set for a better tomorrow. Get Set UK. 📩 To find out more contact us at [email protected]. #GetSetuk #GetSetforabettertomorrow #contractwin #employability #peopleservices  #NoOneLeftBehind #SurreyCountyCouncil #SurreyJobs

🔵 News Release - Ontario News Room 🔵 Province Empowering Ontarians to Secure Rewarding Careers   Expanded employment and skills training services are connecting more people to job opportunities provincewide. The Ontario government is expanding integrated employment services to Toronto, Northeast, and Northwest Ontario, targeting support for jobseekers on social assistance and those with disabilities.   This release highlights the commitment to help individuals transition to meaningful employment; ensuring job seekers of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities will have more opportunities to join the workforce and help build a stronger Ontario.   With unfilled jobs in Ontario decreasing by over 49% since April 2022, effective employment services are increasingly vital for bridging gaps for vulnerable jobseekers.   Read more at https://lnkd.in/eyaCc3Fi   @Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce @NEXTNiagara #employmentontario #jobseekers #ministryoftraining #careeropportunities #skillsdevelopment

The Impact of Devolution on Employability Services in the UK – A Closer Look By Scott Parkin FIEP (AKA @Mr Employability), IEP Group CEO From positives such as tailored local solutions and community engagement, alongside challenges such as inequality and coordination issues, devolution is profoundly impacting the employability sector. In this article Scott Parkin FIEP, Group CEO, IEP navigates the complexities for effective solutions. https://lnkd.in/e78RfS9B @IEPInfo @FENews #IEPNews #Employability @MrEmployability #EmployabilityUK

The Impact of Devolution on Employability Services in the UK – A Closer Look By Scott Parkin FIEP (AKA @Mr Employability), IEP Group CEO From positives such as tailored local solutions and community engagement, alongside challenges such as inequality and coordination issues, devolution is profoundly impacting the employability sector. In this article Scott Parkin FIEP, Group CEO, IEP navigates the complexities for effective solutions. https://lnkd.in/e78RfS9B @IEPInfo @FENews #IEPNews #Employability @MrEmployability #EmployabilityUK