The Accelerator Programme

The Empowered Programme supported 15 Adults Into employment.

We have worked with over 20 schools and organisations.

The Accelerator Programme has supported 270 students

Parents felt that their children had increased:

  • Their belief in their likelihood of getting work-experience or a part-time job

  • Their ability to recognise their own existing skills and abilities

  • Their interest in college or further study after school

18% increase in hope in achieving educational and employment goals

“As a teacher at Nagle Community College, I’ve seen first-hand how the SeeMySkills programme empowers our students to recognise their strengths, build confidence, and develop the essential career skills they’ll carry into life beyond school. Above all, the programme encourages young people to reflect on their abilities and aspirations, helping them grow in confidence and self-awareness. We are very lucky to be a part of such a wonderful and progressive programme.”

Lisa McLaughlin - Nagle Community College

The Empowered Programme

23% increase in self-confidence

Participants have secured jobs in tech, healthcare, customer service and educational settings.

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What people are saying.

  • “The inclusive approach resonates with our ethos and from that basis, helps us to broaden their horizons, realise their full potential and teach them that a full life in employment is a real possibility for them.”

    — Principle

  • “I found that it made the transition from secondary school to further education and training a lot more accessible than they initially thought.”

    — Midleton CBS SNA

  • "I got the satisfaction of seeing my son enjoying the idea of getting work. Having more confidence in being able to secure work. Improved self confidence. Feeling valued by successful adults. It was a fantastic week."

    - Parent

  • "The Barista course gave the students the confidence to seek summer jobs. The visit to Stryker really helped to focus the students on the kind of options that may be available to them in the future. "

    - Secondary School Teacher

  • "This programme instilled confidence in our students. It exposed them to scenarios that allowed them to overcome the limits they may place on themselves. The transition from school to the workforce/college is less daunting for them as a result of their engagement with this programme. The programme reinforced the importance of developing new and existing skills on a continuous basis"

    - Conor Owens LCA Coordinator Coláiste Choilm Ballincollig

  • "It helped them to identify their own skills, abilities and potential. This has increased their confidence and has opened up more possibilities for them to consider when exploring career options."

    - Teacher

Why we do what we do

  • As of April 2022, over 1.1 million people in Ireland (22% of the population) reported having at least one long-lasting condition or difficulty

    CSO, 2022

  • Among people unable to work due to a long-standing health problem (disability): 2 in 5 are at risk of poverty. 1 in 5 live in consistent poverty. 44.3% live in deprivation.

    DFI

  • 14.4% of people with disabilities over 15 who have ceased their education only completed primary level education, compared to 7.4% of the general population

    DFI

  • Ireland ranks the lowest in the EU for disability employment rate, with a significant gap compared to the EU average of 51.3%.

    DFI

  • Many individuals with disability face the loss of disability allowance upon entering employment, leading to fears of "in-work poverty".

    Reported in the Irish Examiner

  • Employers often resist making necessary adjustments, and discrimination due to misconceptions about disabilities persists.

    Reported in the Irish Examiner

  • Ireland ranks the lowest in the EU for disability employment rate, with a significant gap compared to the EU average of 51.3%.’

    DFI

Our supporters and friends

We could not do this work without the companies and businesses who generously give their time to See My Skills.

Your contributions play a vital role in empowering our participants with the confidence and skills they need to thrive.