Welcome to athena
Working together to deliver opportunities across Greater Manchester
Working with social housing providers to improve employment opportunities, the environment, and local communities.
Our latest projects
Our Projects
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Athena Apprenticeships
Not all businesses can make the commitment to hiring an apprentice for the full duration of an apprenticeship. Therefore Athena employs all apprentices and we will work to ensure you remain employed throughout your apprenticeship. This means you could end…
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Working Well: Support to Succeed programme
Start your journey and make a referral today! Support to Succeed is offering FREE one-to-one coaching to people looking to make a difference in their lives. If you are aged 19+, live in Greater Manchester, are not employed, and are…
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Motiv8
Motiv8 an Athena-led project which was funded by the Big Lottery and European Social Fund ended in March 2023. Motiv8 received £17.5 million from The National Lottery Community Fund and the European Social Fund as part of the Building Better…
How to Join
Why become an Athena member?
As an Athena member you will benefit from working with various organisations, from across Greater Manchester, on exciting projects that will benefit both people and places.
News
Our latest news
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Finding Confidence Through Creativity
At 59, a Stockport resident is beginning a new chapter, learning new skills and reconnecting with their community, thanks to the compassionate support of their keyworker and local services. When they first met, the participant was visibly uncomfortable in a…
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Local Job Seeker Secures Employment with Targeted Support
After facing nearly three years of unemployment, one determined individual has turned the page on a challenging chapter thanks to tailored employment support that focused on confidence building, practical job searching skills, and personalised guidance. Referred by the local Job…
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Nigel’s Journey: From Setbacks to Success with Support to Succeed
When Nigel was referred to Support to Succeed he was at a crossroads. Past mistakes had led to consequences he fully acknowledged, and he was ready to make a change. What he needed was guidance, belief, and a second chance to…
