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This report outlines Anglia Ruskin University's long-term unemployed pilot, a civic initiative using university expertise to support people facing long-term unemployment. Funded by the NCIA and partnering with Abbey People, it used a reverse volunteering model where university staff guided participants while participants contributed through active engagement.
The pilot offered CV clinics, work placements, and employability and EDI sessions, improving participants' confidence and job readiness.
The report shares results, feedback, and lessons for future implementation, showing how universities can co-design inclusive work experiences that build partnerships and boost social mobility.