04/01/2010

On 4th January 2010, the Newcastle Evening Chronicle and the Newcastle Journal featured a story about mentoring opportunities for young people to work alongside learning disabled peers, to support them in thinking about their aspirations and work towards achieving fulfilling lives.

Volunteers aged between 16 and 27 and living in North Tyneside are being urged to get in touch if they are interested in working as a peer mentor to a young person with a severe learning disability. They will commit time to working with young people as well as offering support and friendship between sessions.

Helen Witton, from North Tyneside Council's Integrated Youth Service, is leading the project. She said: "Volunteering is a chance for young people to put something back into the community. The Young Leaders will be a vital support resource for these young people, and this will be an extremely fulfilling opportunity. It is also a great experience to have, when applying for jobs or a place at university."

Volunteers would also be fully trained and receive ongoing support. For more information contact Helen Witton on 0191 290 0415 or emailing helen.witton@northtyneside.gov.uk

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