Story added: 24th April 2023
Last week our Realising Potential group enjoyed an employability event at Carrow Park.
The event, which was organised by programme lead, Ellie Dickinson and a representative from Norfolk County Council, brought together disability-confident employers to speak to the group about what they do for work, their personal journeys into employment.
Participants from the Assist Trust were also in attendance in what was a collaborative session with Realising Potential.
PLPFA Project Officer, Ellie stated:
“It was a really successful day, with seven employers joining us to speak, from a range of organisations such as Osiris (IT), Oak Circus, New-U (retail) & Norfolk Industries.
“It has inspired some of our participants to want to get involved in opportunities they had no idea about and will hopefully encourage them to be brave, take risks and go on to reach their full potential.”
Our Realising Potential programme is aimed at children and adults with either physical or learning disabilities, helping them to get active and develop their personal skills.
It is free of charge thanks to support from Norfolk Hire Ltd and the Professional Footballers’ Association.
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Tommy is autistic and had always suffered from a lack of confidence when it came to engaging in extra-curricular activities. Realising Potential has helped Tommy to overcome these barriers.
When you donate a little each month, you will be helping to transform the lives of local people of all ages who need our support – giving them the opportunity to connect with others like them, feel happier and healthier in themselves, and raise their aspirations.
We have Soccer Schools running at venues across Norfolk & Suffolk, and whether participants are new to football, or are already a budding Canary superstar, the Soccer Schools programme has been put together to provide a fun, holiday activity at an affordable price.
As Norwich City Football Club's official charity partner, we help thousands of people every year achieve their goals through sport, supporting some of the most disadvantaged, disabled and talented people across Norfolk. Our vision is to support, inspire, and improve our community.
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