Step Forward Tees Valley

step forward tees valley is run by the northern inclusion consortium (nic) and jointly funded by the big lottery fund and the european social fund. we are dedicated to getting local people into work and training by supporting them to overcome the complex reasons preventing them from finding work. these barriers could include physical or mental ill-health, a lack of self-confidence, a gap in skills, a conviction, or an addiction. we help people to build on their strengths and aspirations, using the skills and expertise of partners and local employers to achieve their goals. we are committed to making a real and lasting change in tees valley. over three years, we will work with 2,500 people across the tees valley by supporting them to take advantage of existing voluntary or employment possibilities, as well as working with local employers to create new opportunities for our participants. we want to engage with local employers so we know that our participants are gaining the right skills