Rise2Thrive
Rise2Thrive is a support programme for adults in North Yorkshire and York who are currently out of work and have barriers to engaging with employment and/or training or are in work but need support to thrive.
Here at Project: WILD C.I.C. we have a passion for combining nature and wellbeing. As a Rise-2-Thrive partner with Better Connect, we deliver a range of training, holistic and group support, and volunteering opportunities in North Yorkshire to help participants with transferable skills development and overall wellbeing. We’ve worked on ATI and ESF-CG as part of the Better Connect partnership and are dedicated to creating healthier, more sustainable communities!
While we will have prearranged sessions that people can book to attend, we can also come and deliver locally to you anywhere in North Yorkshire if you have participants interested in our interventions.
The intervention services we offer are:
Ecology Skills Training
We offer a non-accredited course in field ecology skills. This training is for small groups of up to 5 participants per course, and we can offer it as a one day course, or can split it across two days.
This course is beneficial for those interested in working in ecology or other outdoor work, such as horticulture, and can provide a taste of working in an industry that is often overlooked by those who believe they need higher education to access it. Additionally, it may inspire participants by presenting a variety of work options they may not have considered before. The course will also equip participants with the skills required to volunteer with Project: WILD C.I.C. or other organisations on wildlife monitoring surveys.
Supported Volunteering
With this funding, we can provide support for up to 5 individuals at a time to volunteer with us for 10 half-day sessions, with the option to continue as volunteers afterwards, in a more independent capacity. The volunteering opportunities can be tailored to the interests of the participants as long as they align with our activities and goals. These opportunities could include assisting at workshops and sessions, caring for the animals in our Riccall Office, helping with ecological surveys, and more.
In addition to helping people develop new skills and expanding their awareness of potential work opportunities, we hope that by volunteering with us, participants will experience a sense of achievement, feel supported and encouraged, and establish a routine that places responsibility on them to manage their time.
WILD Wellbeing
Join our qualified counsellor and wellbeing practitioner for four 2.5-hour mindfulness in nature sessions, for groups of up to 5 participants. These sessions will provide a total of 10 hours of outdoor intervention focused on wellbeing. They will take place in rural green spaces to emphasise the connection to nature, helping individuals feel more in touch with themselves and disconnect from the stressors of everyday life. Transport and equipment can be provided for all participants, and the sessions will be tailored to the ability level of the participants and adapted to their individual needs. The sessions will explore mindfulness, providing instruction and activities on the basic physiology and biochemistry of how our mental and physical wellbeing are interconnected, as well as the tools we can use in our daily lives to manage both aspects effectively.
WILD Crafting: Bushcraft & DIY
Find out more!
To book a place, arrange a course near you, or find out more, fill out our sign-up form below.
