Through the delivery of our tailored ‘Inspire, Challenge and Channel’ enterprise programmes and later a new micro-finance product specifically aimed at this market, we aim to impact the lives of young people across the UK. We acknowledge that the recruitment process for entry into an urban gang looks for the same skills as a business. Gang members are most often recruited because of their organisa
tional skills, team work, resilience and ability to spot an opportunity. Skills required to run an illegal network are undeniably enterprising. If you walk into UK prisons today, you are overwhelmed by this loss of potential. Through redirecting this enterprising talent, our programme works to build upon the existing strengths and skills. Enterprise offers a real opportunity for ex gang members to build a new life for themselves, which will bring financial rewards and social recognition, heightening the likelihood that the program will succeed at creating lasting change.
