Goal 17 News and Insights

The UKESF Mentoring Programme, funded by the UK government, will connect hundreds of undergraduate students with experienced professionals across the UK's electronics and semiconductor industry.

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Last week, we were proud to join Cambridge Housing Society (CHS Group) at their Russell Street service to celebrate the first anniversary of their Social Impact Partnerships Initiative - an evening th...

One of just two organisations with fewer than ten staff to be recognised in 2026 — for a programme built from evidence about what makes mentoring relationships work.

We are proud to share that Goal 1...

You’ve probably heard of the new film adaptation of The Odyssey, one of the biggest box-office hits of the summer from acclaimed director Christopher Nolan. You might also be asking what that has to d...

On 20 May, Goal 17 founder and CEO Francesca Salussolia was invited to give evidence to the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Care-Experienced Children and Young People, as part of its ongoing inquiry...

Last week, we officially launched our new report: What Works in Supportive Relationships for Young People — a two-year evidence report exploring what genuinely helps supportive relationships thrive fo...

Our 2026 is off to a great start at Goal 17! We’re thrilled to announce a new project in partnership with The Natasha Allergy Research Foundation (NARF). NARF is appointing inspiring young people with...

Last week, Goal 17’s Founder, Francesca Salussolia, spent the day with St Giles Trust in Cardiff, joining leaders from across Wales to discuss a subject that is becoming increasingly central to public...

While not essential to a successful mentoring partnership, it is likely that at some point you and your mentee will meet in person. Making the first face-to-face meeting feel safe, comfortable, and va...

As we reach the end of Care Leavers’ Month, it is increasingly clear that more support is desperately needed across the board. However, what is also clear is the perseverance and determination of care...

If you know of Goal 17, you probably know us for our mentoring work – training volunteers to become incredible mentors and “independent visitors”, hand-matching them with young people and supporting t...

So many of our programmes at Goal 17 are focused on providing mentorship and support for young care leavers, and with November being National Care Leavers Month, there’s no better time to draw attenti...