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Empowering Futures: How Our Digital Skills Service is Transforming Lives

In today’s increasingly digital world, having the skills and confidence to navigate technology is no longer optional – it’s essential. At the Wise Group, we’re committed to empowering individuals and breaking down barriers to opportunity, and our Digital Skills Service in partnership with CGI UK is a shining example of that.

The Wise Group and Gas Distribution Network SGN Partner to Deliver Energy Support for Falkirk Communities

The Wise Group has partnered with SGN, one of the UK’s largest gas distribution networks, to provide targeted energy support to vulnerable communities in Falkirk. With nearly a third of households in fuel poverty and 16% of residents living in some of Scotland’s most deprived areas, this initiative addresses energy affordability, efficiency, and safety.

Supporting Vulnerable Individuals: A New Pilot for Remand Prisoners

The Wise Group is proud to announce the launch of our Remand Pilot, designed to achieve meaningful outcomes for vulnerable individuals transitioning from remand to community life. This innovative service addresses both the short-term and long-term needs of those in the criminal justice system, ensuring they receive the guidance and resources required for a successful reintegration into society.

Wise Group and Purpose Coalition launch first report of the Commission on Breaking Down Barriers to Employment Opportunity

The Wise Group and Purpose Coalition have taken their Commission…

Empowering Change: How The Wise Group Is Combating Poverty and Supporting Families Amid Rising Energy Costs

As energy prices increase, hear from our UK Head of Energy Services, Amanda Currie, about the impact we have had, and are committed to keep providing, to families across the UK with our relational mentoring approach.

Going the Distance and Upskilling – CSCS Training at HMP Castle Huntly

Our skills colleagues have been working in HMP Castle Huntly…

Justice in the North East – Positive Change Ahead

Last week signified a significant advancement in the provision of…

The Labour Government’s Five Key Policy Priorities and Their Alignment with the Wise Group’s Purpose

The Wise Group is ready, determined, and excited about how our mission aligns with the Labour Party’s new direction under Keir Starmer‘s leadership. We hope that together, we can transform lives and build better communities. Here’s a first look at their 5 key policy priorities and their alignment with the Wise Group’s Purpose.

UK Election 2024 – Our CEO’s Response

Our response to the UK Election Results, 2024.

International Day of Families – The unseen heroes who help Scottish families get back on their feet – The Herald

Today (Wednesday the 15th) the United Nations marks the International Day of Families. The Herald have written an article about how we use our Relational Mentoring approach to help families. Read it now!

April Summary – Evolution, events and everything in between!

See what we’ve been up to this April! Brand evolution, events and everything in between!

Spring is upon us! How we spent March at TWG!

See what we’ve gotten up to during March at the Wise Group!

Communi-TEA – Celebrating International Women’s Day with our Relational Mentoring Colleagues

On the 8th March our Scottish Relational Mentoring colleagues took to Templeton to host a wonderful Communi-TEA event! Check out the post below to see the highlights! 

Fuel Poverty Report Launch

UK’s growing demand for energy support: Launching our latest Fuel Poverty Report

As the UK’s leading relational mentoring social enterprise, every year…

January at the Wise Group – starting 2024 as we mean to continue!

While it has definitely been a long month with lots of challenges along the way, it has also been a very productive and busy month here at the Wise Group! Continue reading to hear all about what we have been up to! 

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Happy New Year from all of us here at the Wise Group!

2023 flew by and we are so excited to see…