Why the future looks hopeful for people tackling addiction Emerging Futures welcomes the Government’s aspiration to deliver a world-class treatment and recovery system in England, as set out in the new 10-year drugs plan. Of course, strategies need proper resources and the commitment to an additional £780 million over three years is also very welcome. […]
Ray Jenkins
Rewarding career pathways for passionate people
How EF develops people’s skills and strengths to build positive futures As a university graduate looking for your first job, you’re faced with unpaid internships or low paid ‘graduate’ jobs, often described as ‘a stepping stone’ or work experience. Research carried out by The Sutton Trust found that 46% of graduates under 24 have done […]
Emerging Futures three-year strategic plan
Setting future goals and targets that capture our vision and principles We are really excited to launch our new, three-year strategic plan. As well as our future goals and detailed steps to achieve them, we hope the document captures the passion and creativity that drive us on. Along with specific targets, the plan describes our […]
Life after prison – what will you do?
An incredible, impactful video about choices and chances on the outside. Getting out of prison – which way to go – slip into the old life and a well-worn path back inside, or take a different route to a life free from addiction and crime and full of new possibilities? The desperate choice so many […]
How lived experience can change lives
The power of real life stories People with substance misuse problems or criminal convictions can face prejudice and barriers to getting back into mainstream society, finding employment and rebuilding their lives. Enabling people with past experience tell their stories is one way of helping to overcome the stigma associated with substance misuse and give a […]
Working towards a positive future
Restoring lost hope in Burnley A recent powerful article in The Guardian by John Harris about the effects of the pandemic and the cut to Universal Credit in Burnley ended with a call for the Government to restore what they have taken away from people in this struggling community. Working with Pastor Mick Fleming at […]
Passion and competency at Emerging Futures
“Passion alone is not enough” I consider myself one of the lucky ones. I have a job that I am passionate about. Yet I didn’t just fall into this role, my pathway into working in health and social care began with volunteering. I had spent my early years chasing a shallow dream of money, influence […]
Emerging Stronger conference 2021
Emerging Stronger Conference 2021 Yesterday we welcomed staff, professional partners and friends of Emerging Futures (EF), to share and learn from each other at our annual staff conference. Held in the inspiring setting of The Monastery in Manchester, the conference was a welcome opportunity to connect with each other, reflect on and commemorate events of […]
