Why.
How.
Through a combination of boxing, physical training, peer mentoring, accredited non-formal education and through-the-gate resettlement mentoring, Switch-up steers Nottingham’s young people away from the circle of crime towards positive futures.
What.
Patrons + Supporters
Delivery model
The mentoring programme uses a combination of boxing and sport as an incentive to bring those who do not readily engage with statutory bodies and giving them a purpose to help shift the narrative away from crime.
We engage them in free boxing and fitness to gain confidence and when they are ready, we offer a series of mentoring tailored to their needs. Each young person is taken on a journey giving them the confidence skills, resilience to prosper. As well as employability skills, we also offer work experience with local employers, mock interviews and professional feedback. Many of our young people also go on to become peer mentors on our programme, giving an authenticity of the journey.