Inspiring work

Our mission

Source: Impact Report 2025

1.2k+

lives changed  
each year

18

centres across 
the UK

OVER

70%

of those who complete the initial 4-6 weeks of Spear are in work or education a year later

20+

years Spear’s  
been going

Powering potential

We coach young people to break down barriers so they can thrive in work and life.

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What our trainees say

“At Spear, I spoke to people around my age that are going through similar things in life, and I realised I’m not alone. Thinking about my next steps, I know that I’m capable.”

Halifa, works at Nando’s

“Spear made a huge difference to my life. I’d forgotten how to socialise with people and I didn’t believe in myself. Spear built up my confidence again.

Bailey, apprentice at the Royal Parks

“Spear is the best thing I’ve ever done, and it’s changed me as a person, and I have to thank my coaches for that, for challenging us to do our best.”

Lacye, working at a football club

16–24 and looking for work?

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The Minister for Employment (on the right of the banner, above) has seen first hand how young people grow to believe in themselves through being challenged and supported on the Spear Programme. Dame Diana Johnson visited…

Social mobility is essential

11 June 2026

Spear’s submission to the Milburn review on young people and work (January 2026)

4 June 2026

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