Our Impact

Overall Outcomes & results

95%

improved self-awareness

89%

improved social awareness

94%

improved positive futures

Challenge Outcomes & Results

89%

able to get Voice Heard in a group setting

88%

able to
trust in relationships

78%

Believe in Ability to Change their Life

Discover Outcomes & Results

83%

Able to understand and express their emotions

83%

Able to communicate effectively

83%

Able to maintain positive relationships with others

Explore Outcomes & Results

92%

Aware of the opportunities in their community

38%

Able to show empathy
to Others

54%

Able to Work Successfully with others

LEADERSHIP Outcomes & Results

71%

Able to learn
from experience

64%

able to Plan

50%

Able to demonstrate change to others

WHAT OUR YOUNG PEOPLE SAY

Isla, 2022

"I can categorically say I would not be here today without VS. From the first conversation their Outreach and Support Worker, I remember thinking she’s the kindest person I have ever met. The longer term nature of Venture Scotland allowed me to develop at my own pace, and slowly begin to open up. Bit by bit, VS gave me back my voice. VS supported me, when every other form of support had failed, which I will forever be grateful for..."

Cathy, 2023

“Emotional, deep, life changing, scary, strong, amazing, it’s changed my outlook on things and on my past. Each day is a blank canvas and I can control the pencil. Very exciting, nurturing, understanding, responsible, endless fun. It’s made me realise how much time I lose thinking negatively on my past. It’s made me feel more in tune with the world and nature.”

Eddie, 2022 (Pseudonym)

“The VS experience is truly life changing - before joining I could hardly leave the house by myself but now I am able to go outside and appreciate the outdoors and nature. They have boosted my self confidence and awareness of the world, ten fold, and I know that it will keep growing the longer I stay. Joining VS was the best decision I have ever made in my life.”

Calum, 2023 (Pseudonym)

"The best part of the programme is having deep conversations with people, and knowing that I'm not alone..."

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