Voices

The news about the cost of living increases is everywhere right now and many of us are feeling the impact. Our recent survey showed that young women are particularly struggling, as they come out of the pandemic and into this new challenge.  

In this blog, Mali shares her worries about the cost of living increases and talks about how flexible work could make a huge difference to her and other young women.

Louise has challenged herself to take part in a very cold Jersey to France relay swim fundraising for Young Women's Trust this summer.

Sabrina writes about struggling with utility bills and food shopping and what the government should do to support young women through the cost of living crisis.

Helene, a Work It Out Coach, explains what happens in our body when we feel anxious and shares 7 ways we can manage our anxiety.

As the cost of living rises, Aisha writes about rationing water and skipping meals to make it to the end of the month. But, being involved with Young Women's Trust has helped her feel like she can create change for herself and other young women.

Claire Reindorp joined Young Women’s Trust as CEO in January 2022. In this blog, she reflects on her highlights from the first 3 months and tells us about her best day so far in the job.

In May 2022, 25 young women came along to our Young Women’s Advisory Panel residential weekend. In this blog, panel newbie Aisling writes about the confidence she found sharing experiences with supportive and inspirational women from all over the country.

Hear how our partner, Venn Group, are using their skills to help young women find work by volunteering and supporting Young Women’s Trust.

Diane, one of our Work It Out coaches, shares an exercise that will help you to start building self-care into your job search routine.

3 of our Advisory Panel members interview multi-award winning author Elizabeth Uviebinené.

Lucy shares how Work It Out coaching and CV feedback helped her reframe setbacks as opportunities, to change direction and try new things