Success stories
Since its launch in 2019, the PURE Project has supported more than 5,000 people.
Many inspiring stories have emerged of individuals thriving as members of this programme. Names have been changed for anonymity, where appropriate.
Onwards and upwards - David's story
With support from Midland Mencap, David enrolled on a Fircroft College course where he met Joe from Medequip. Joe interviewed David for a role in customer service. Despite the challenges in a customer-facing role, Joe felt David would suit the post well and was offered a position.
Watch David’s PURE Project journey with Midland Mencap, who support people with learning disabilities and additional needs. It is a wonderful story of how multi-partner support makes a huge impact.
Ongoing support committed to your success - Sherron's story
Sherron from Handsworth was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) in 2002. She did her best to stay in employment for many years, but in 2015 a lack of support made it difficult to find new opportunities.
Since joining the PURE project through our provider, BID Services, Sherron has secured 3 interviews. Here's a quote from her about her experience:
We have weekly zoom meetings [with BID], talk through our problems and talk about what we need. They help with CV writing, give advice on literature, podcasts and YouTube and do mock interviews.
A partnership of understanding - Ricky's story
Ricky joined the PURE Project through GreenSquareAccord, which specialises in helping ex-offenders. With the support of the PURE Project, Ricky signed up and completed a construction training course.
The course gave him new confidence in himself and the skills he could bring. Here's his experience in his own words:
The initial meeting was very good, we sat down and spoke and got to know each other, which led me to feel like I could trust her and she respected me. I did not feel discriminated against; she came with a non-judgemental approach. She saw me for who I was, and what my goals were.
Helping you go from strength to strength - Laura's story
Laura came to PURE for support in improving her English. Our provider Trident Reach referred her to a training course where she achieved her ESOL English.
This course improved her confidence to apply for jobs, and she was then given employability support and interview coaching. Laura later secured an interview at a famous hotel and loves her new role as a porter.
Page last updated: 13 November 2024
