Voyage

VOYAGE is a social justice charity that aims to EMPOWER marginalised black young people and provide them with the self-awareness and motivation to TRANSFORM themselves and their communities. The mission of VOYAGE is to encourage and assist young people bridge the gap between their schools, communities and criminal justice system whilst supporting young people to SUSTAIN successful partnerships and meaningful relationships. VOYAGE is here for social justice and is a leading organisation within its respected field, working to change societal perceptions of the life style and behaviour of young black communities by offering ground-breaking youth workshops, accredited leadership training, civic responsibility and volunteer development and a network for our youth alumni. VOYAGE works with socially and economically disadvantaged and excluded young black (politically black and refers to all people of colour) communities and aims to combat social exclusion and low educational achievement. We are guided by a deeper mission to develop resilient temperament in our participants and make sure they don't fall victim to aspects of law which can criminalise and reduce their access to higher education and employment opportunties. Our programmes provide important links with experienced adults, mentors and peers who display positive social behaviour, and opportunities for involvement, social and reasoning skills. We make it a point to always acknowledge ourselves, give recognition and due praise. VOYAGE seeks to improve trust and confidence between black and minority ethnic communities and police through transformational engagement work. This is not exclusive for young people but also for the Police. VOYAGE provides key skills in leadership, an understanding of issues that impact young people in our inner cities, and, most importantly, opportunities to make a positive difference within local neighbourhoods. VOYAGE training covers topics from street smarts and social engagement to academic achievement and leadership: power, race, politics; joint enterprise law, violent crime and Stop & Search; understanding and using the media; and problem solving & solutions. We welcome approaches for partnership working. VOYAGE offers standalone tailored workshops or workshop series from a few days or weeks, to a year-long academic qualification. VOYAGE stands for (Voice Of Youth And Genuine Empowerment) comprises five programmes: Young Leaders for Safer Cities Horizons Plus Stand alone workshops - stop and search The South Hackney Leadership Academy YBPA - Youth Alumni