The Synergy Group are proud to support our Charity of the Year, YouthNet

About YouthNet

Today's young people face challenges that can seem insurmountable; 1 million young people are not in education, employment or training; 1 in 12 engage in self harming behaviour and 1 in 10 experience mental health problems, things are tougher than they have ever been.

YouthNet harnesses technology for good to equip our digital generation with the skills they need to lead fulfilling lives. Each year the charity reaches 1 million 16 - 25 year olds via their digital lifeline, TheSite.YouthNet keeps young people at the heart of all that they do and works with 200 young volunteers to develop and deliver their support services which cover a range of issues including job seeking, housing, sexual health, mental wellbeing and drugs.

Youth employment

For young people, employment is key concern and over the next three years, YouthNet will develop new services to help their beneficiaries develop their employability. As a group of leading recruitment consultancies, HCIG are looking forward to developing a positive partnership with the charity based on more than just fundraising. Consultants and apprentices will have the opportunity to become ‘virtual volunteers’ sharing their knowledge and experience from the job market via the TheSite. This contribution will take the form of individual mentoring and online volunteering. 

Emma Thomas, CEO at YouthNet said “We’re delighted that HCIG has selected YouthNet for their Charity of the Year Partnership and we look forward to supporting its staff with their fundraising and into the many inspiring volunteering opportunities YouthNet has to offer. It’s exciting to be working with leaders in recruitment, as HCIG’s expertise complements our ambition to improve young people’s resilience in the world of work. The support of HCIG this year will help YouthNet to reach many more young people in need, through its digital lifeline TheSite.”

You can help us raise funds and awareness for YouthNet by taking part in fundraising events or making a donation.