A group of Handcrafted trainees having a discussion in a cafe

Our Trainees

Handcrafted aims to empower those who have been disadvantaged or faced social exclusion due to alcohol or substance abuse, poor mental or physical health, unemployment, leaving prison, seeking asylum or having experienced abuse or been in the care system.

We work with individuals to help them make positive steps to turn their lives around, be part of a community and start to give back. We welcome everyone into our community, regardless of background, and help them see the value they bring.

Individuals that engage with us and use our services are referred to as trainees, as opposed to beneficiaries or service users. This is part of our approach of encouraging self-worth and empowerment.

Find more of our trainees stories here!

Testimonials

Our team refer service users to Handcrafted to access both the cafe and the workshop facilities. We believe the project to be always welcoming, friendly and non-judgemental. The staff are always happy to show potential users around and are justifiably proud of the space that they have developed. Most importantly the staff are highly skilled in engaging the clients in the benefits of making from wood and plastics to sewing and art. Attendees are from a variety of backgrounds and needs but all are involved and engaged. Space is also given for those that just want to relax and chat. This is a unique project and one we are happy to continue to work in partnership with.

Richard, adult peer support worker