The ClickSilver programme with BITC (Business in the Community) is now open for applicants aged 50 and over. The programme has helped older UK residents use technology to gain confidence and improve their digital skills. The programme matches vulnerable and older people with volunteer mentors from businesses, who support them to develop digital skills and … Continue reading BITC’s ClickSilver programme now open for applicants
clicksilver-brochureDownload Business in the Community has a free initiative that might be of interest to charities, community groups and other organisations who work with people aged 50+. Please feel free to share across your networks. What is ClickSilver BITC’s ambition is to connect the experience and skills of business volunteers with people from across the … Continue reading BITC’s ClickSilver initiative aims to provide 1:1 tech mentoring & support
In support of older workers week, w/c 21st November. Age Friendly Sheffield, Business in the Community (BITC), Sheffield Business Together (SBT) and the South Yorkshire Chambers hosted a free masterclass for employers - unlocking the labour market crisis – talent across the generations. Angela Watson, Age Project Manager at Business in the Community alongside guest … Continue reading Replay: Employer Masterclass: Unlocking the Labour Market Crisis (video)
In support of older workers week, w/c 21 November. Age Friendly Sheffield, Business in the Community (BITC), Sheffield Business Together (SBT) and the South Yorkshire Chambers are partnering to host a free masterclass for employers - unlocking the labour market crisis – talent across the generations on the 21 of November 10.30 to 11.30. This … Continue reading Employer Masterclass: Unlocking the labour market crisis – talent across the generations (Mon 21 Nov)
Business in the Community (BITC) are seeking provider referrals for an initiative that matches vulnerable and older people with volunteer mentors to bridge the digital divide. What is the programme? ClickSilver Connections is an intergenerational programme which helps to bridge the digital divide between young and old through the sharing of skills and knowledge. BITC … Continue reading BITC seeks referral partners for ClickSilver Connections digital divide initiative
Business in the Community’s (BITC) job coaching programme aims to support unemployed jobseekers through a series of one-to-one coaching sessions with the active involvement of businesses across the UK. BITC’s ambition is to support 10,000 people to get ready for new jobs and to create more inclusive recruitment practices across the UK. The team claim … Continue reading Free job coaching offer for unemployed people from Business in the Community
Press release - Business in the Community Business in the Community, The Prince’s Responsible Business Network, and Ipsos has today published new research which found that nearly six out of ten women (58%) say caring responsibilities have stopped them applying for promotion or a new job, and one in five (19%) have left a job … Continue reading Who Cares? Business in the Community & Ipsos research reveals the great workplace divide
Business in the Community (BITC) is seeking referrals for its 1:1 job coaching service, which draws on the knowledge and experience of business volunteers.
Written by Carolyn McConnell, Business Connector, Business in the Community The past year has been one of extraordinary challenges. We have seen record levels of redundancies as industries such as hospitality, retail and culture have been brought to their knees, removing those early career opportunities that are so important for young people. We have redefined … Continue reading No One Left Behind: Improving Employment Beyond COVID-19 webinar (South Yorks) on Thu 4 March
The National Business Repsonse Network, established to help address the various challenges brought about by the Covid-19 outbreak, is seeking the support of Sheffield organisations. Donations are being sought from across the business spectrum to help vulnerable people and organisations weather the coronavirus storm. About the National Business Response Network Business in the Community – … Continue reading National Business Response Network seeks donations and support during Covid
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