393 Appendix 4: A Summary of the Work of the Stoneleigh Group Partners. Partner organisations with participants in Stoneleigh Project Nature of the problem Who do they work for What do they do What does it achieve What is this for The Arthur Rank Training. (Arthur Rank Centre, 2007) Founded by Dick Allcock in 1981. The shift from vocational to academic education for practically inclined young people. Rural youth who are low achievers in the current academic school system. Training and innovative Christian witness Work opportunities at which practical young people can succeed. Helps young people feel valued members of society. Brahma Kumaris (Brahma Kumaris, 2006) Established in the UK in 1971. A lack of support for spiritual development. Anyone. Curious about how to become more involved with young people. Provide retreats and meditation. The development of spiritual awareness, attitudes and behaviours To rediscover that goodness within themselves Eden Community Outdoors (Civic Trust, 2006) Founded by Sue Bennett and Chris Loynes in 1998. Community does not know how to support young people who fail at main stream education to find meaningful roles. Young people Ecological, arts and adventure based activities Personal, social and environmental awareness Reconnects the community with the energy of young people and the value of meaningful work. Endeavour Training (Endeavour Training, 2006) Founded by Dick Allcock in 1955. Exclusion. Disaffection. Young people especially hard to reach groups, those ?at risk? of exclusion, and those already on the edges of society Personal and social life skills development To help them engage with education, training or employment Reach their full potential Focus (No data available) 394 Partner organisations with participants in Stoneleigh Project (cont.) Nature of the problem Who do they work for What do they do What does it achieve What is this for Mobex (Mobex, 2006) Founded by Brian Ware in 1986. Young people from disadvantaged areas Training and development programmes of outdoors, arts and environmental education Build confidence, awareness and teamwork skills and explore personal and social issues Realise their potential and to become active participants in their communities. The Prince?s Trust (Prince's Trust, 2006) Founded by HRH The Prince of Wales in 1976. Barriers: struggled at school, been in care, been in trouble with the law, or are long-term unemployed. The difficulties many young people face are complex and interconnected. To reach young people in the UK who face more barriers than most. 14-30 year olds especially those who?ve struggled at school, been in care, been in trouble with the law, or are long-term unemployed. Practical support including training, mentoring and financial assistance to help them get past those barriers Get their lives working. To make sure young people are confident, independent. Realise their potential and transform their lives. Make a positive contribution to their communities and society. Weston Spirit (Weston Spirit, 2006) Founded by Simon Weston. Lack of opportunity and poverty of aspiration. Young people whose lifestyles reflect a lack of opportunity and poverty of aspiration Personal and social development programmes 395 Partner organisations: educational charities and others. Nature of the problem Who do they work for What do they do What does it achieve What is this for Endeavour Scotland (No data available.) The Iona Community (Iona Community, 2003) Founded by the Rev. George MacLeod in 1938. Young people and adults. 'Visits both memorable and meaningful through discovery and recreation, laughter and conversation, peace and activity coming together in this beautiful place.' Demonstrates self- reliance and mutual dependence. The integration of spirituality and work. The Leadership Trust (Leadership Trust, 2007) Founded in 1975. The Leadership Trust works with organisations and the individuals within them. A training organisation: 'To inspire and lead each other in the pursuit of excellence; To provide flexible and innovative solutions, which fulfil customers' needs; To create an environment which is both developmental and aspirational.' This included providing funding to youth work projects concerned with developing leadership. Unlock potential. 'Then, and only then, will we be able to lead and enable others.' 'Leadership is using your personal power to win the hearts and minds of people to achieve a common purpose.' 396 Partner organisations: educational charities and others (cont.) Nature of the problem Who do they work for What do they do What does it achieve What is this for The Rank Foundation (Rank Foundation, 2006) Founded by Lord and Lady Rank in 1953. Young people 'Encouraging and developing leadership.' 'The Foundation has developed a unique approach that invests in, and supports, pioneering work grounded in local communities.' 'We look for work that seeks to develop leadership, service and community.' 'Engage with young people in open, thoughtful and exciting ways that foster their all-round development.' Threshold (Loynes, 2006) Founded by Chris Loynes in 1998. People, communities and organisations. Consultancy that supports 'personal growth, community development and organisational change.' 'Help people be fulfilled, communities and environments sustained and organisations and ideas evolve.' 'It is individuals that make the difference and through their thoughts and actions enable groups, communities and organisations to develop in a way that is connected and dynamic.' The Wrekin Trust (, 2005) Founded by Sir George Trevelyan in 1971. 'The need for healing our planet and uplifting humanity.' 'People from all backgrounds and traditions.' 'Promote opportunities for learning.' 'Spiritual awakening and the emergence of a new consciousness.' 'To search for meaning; to explore a holistic and spiritual world view; to develop as conscious instruments for creative change.' 397 References ARTHUR RANK CENTRE (2007) The Arthur Rank Centre. Stoneleigh, UK. Available from: http://www.arthurrankcentre.org.uk/ [Accessed 14.01.07]. BRAHMA KUMARIS (2006) The Global Retreat Centre. Oxford, UK. Available from: http://www.globalretreatcentre.org/ [Accessed 14.01.07]. CIVIC TRUST (2006) Eden Community Outdoors: a Community Gem. 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