Age 13-25 and living in Dorset or Somerset?
We’re here for you. Every year we provide…
Young people
Hours of mental health and wellbeing support
Hours of English/Maths tutoring
Hours of advice & information
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News
Winding down for Christmas
Wishing all our young people, staff, volunteers, trustees and supporters a very happy Christmas. May it be full of fun and laughter.
Vacancy: Youth Community Worker (Gillingham, Dorset)
Do you have energy, commitment, vision and experience in the youth sector?
Gillingham (Dorset) is a growing rural community with a rapidly expanding population. We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for young people in the town and working in collaboration with Three Rivers Partnership we are now recruiting for a passionate and dedicated Youth Community Development Worker (funded by the National Lottery Community Fund).
Ashley’s story
“I suffer with anxiety and depression, which is why I am with the Rendezvous…..”
This is Ashley’s story in her own words (we’ve changed her name and the image is not her!). She has made the most of everything we’ve offered her – learning, 1:1 support and help with applications. She now volunteers at the learning sessions and we are extremely proud of the way she has grown.
New faces on the Board
We had a busy summer recruiting new board members and are delighted to announce three new appointments to the Board of Trustees* and a number of exciting appointments to our group of Associate Trustees** who work closely with the Chief Exec and staff team.
Community Fundraising – with cake!
Local man, Roger Francis, was due to celebrate his 80th Birthday at Sherborne Football club. Birthdays mean cakes and presents but as Tessa, Roger’s wife said, “When my husband reached his 80th, he told everyone he didn’t need or want presents so we decided to ask people to support a charity instead.”
Ready for work
Job interviews can be daunting for anyone and it’s natural to feel nervous. But, anxiety can prevent you from presenting yourself in the best possible light. To help our young people to shine we have been working on their interview skills.
