“The journey with Thriving Through Venture facilitated a truly life-changing experience. After finishing the programme, I am truly taken aback at how much my perspective of the world has shifted” UK Participant
Reach Your Peak – our youth development & resilience course
TTV recognises the challenges facing young people today, particularly those at risk of dropping out of education, struggling to find employment or training.
This programme culminates in an International Trip to The Gambia!
Our Approach
Our approach is rooted in community collaboration and experiential learning, guided by these core values:
- Purpose, belonging, and connectedness is essential for mental well-being.
- Mutual interest and support help individuals realise their potential.
- Valuing local and global communities promotes citizenship, equality, diversity, and inclusion.
About our project
We will be running our fourth UK & Gambia Project for young people 16-18 years old in the UK.
The aim of the programme is to support positive mindset and develop transferable practical and vocational skills, at the same time as having a positive impact on their local communities and other communities in developing countries.
Who is RYP for?
We take referrals and applications for young people who:
- are not in mainstream education or are at risk of dropping out of education
- would ordinarily find the idea of an international trip overwhelming
- would find such a project out of their reach
- whilst in school, found that something like this was not an opportunity they felt they were ready for or could afford.
What are the benefits?
Students will develop confidence, resilience, and skills that prepare them for real world scenarios and cultural awareness
Programme Itinerary
Programme content
- Six two-hour Workshops 4pm-6pm
- A team Building Weekend
- An International Trip (The Gambia) booked via our partners Edventure & The Gunjur Project Lodge
- Monthly online ‘check in’ for participants and group leaders
Workshop topics
- Emotional resilience and wellbeing
- Confidence building
- Fundraising advice and support
- Trip preparation
- Team building
- Global citizenship
- Past Trips
Gunjur 2023 TTV is delighted to be taking a group of Year 12 students from schools in Wiltshire & Swindon out to The Gambia on … → - Applying & FundingHow applications & referrals work NOTE: We only have a max of 12 spaces per programme. What does RYP programme cost? Typically, a 9–10-month programme … →
