Prince Charles and Gareth Southgate have collaborated on a new project through the King’s Trust to assist young individuals in securing employment opportunities. This national initiative aims to support 18 to 30-year-olds with mentoring programs, online resources, and work experience starting in 2027. The Prince and the former England manager launched the program by meeting with 20 young beneficiaries who have already found work through the Trust.
One of the success stories is Trishna Lamichhane, 28, who expressed her gratitude towards Prince Charles for providing her with work experience through the charity’s retail program. She shared her challenges of transitioning from Nepal to Belfast and struggling with job interviews, losing confidence in the process. With the help of the King’s Trust, she now feels proud of her accomplishments in a role she loves in HR at Marks & Spencer.
Recent reports show over a million young people aged 16 to 24 are not engaged in education, employment, or training. Sir Gareth, an ambassador for the King’s Trust, emphasized the importance of support in nurturing untapped talent. He highlighted the role of mentors in guiding individuals to believe in their abilities, drawing parallels to his own experience with supportive coaches during his youth.
Before Prince Charles’s involvement, young attendees received personalized advice from leaders in various sectors, including business, sports, civil society, and media. The event brought together prominent figures like Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy and Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy, along with celebrities such as Benedict Cumberbatch and Tom Davis, who participated in mentoring sessions.
The King’s Trust has positively impacted over 1.3 million young people in the UK over the past five decades, aiming to combat youth unemployment and empower individuals to create better futures for themselves.