"I’m driven by helping people with mental health problems to enjoy their lives and take steps towards getting well."Kazim, 2016 participant
"Think Ahead’s mixture of practical and academic work, and the mental health focus, is perfect for me."Laura, 2016 participant
"It was the opportunity to be out on the frontline helping people that really sold Think Ahead to me."Jack, 2016 participant
"Social work can really improve people’s lives, by helping with the social situations that play a big role in mental health."Aisha, 2016 participant
"Social work is so holistic and practical. You get out and empower people. That’s how I want to help."Sonya, 2016 participant
The Think Ahead programme is a new route into social work, for graduates and career-changers remarkable enough to make a real difference to people with mental health problems.
We are building a movement of leaders committed to transforming mental health through the power of social approaches.
96 graduates and career-changers joined Think Ahead’s first cohort in 2016, from a wide range of backgrounds. Meet Jack, Aisha, Declan, Laura, Kazim, and Sonya.
Could your organisation benefit from hosting Think Ahead participants? Find out how we partner with NHS Mental Health Trusts and Local Authorities.
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