The Social Switch Project is on a mission to improve understanding of young people’s online behaviour, encourage positive social media use, and empower young Londoners with the digital skills needed for success in today’s workforce. Through our programmes and training, we’re helping young people, and those who support them, feel safe, confident, and ready for the future, both online and offline.
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DIGITAL SKILLS & EMPLOYABILITY PROGRAMME
Free employability programme helping young Londoners aged 16-25 develop digital skills, build confidence, and prepare for the workforce. Tailored for each individual, we have trained over 1,000 Londoners to explore opportunities and take practical steps towards employment, further training, or apprenticeships.
ELEVATION +
An alternative pathway of our Digital Skills & Employability Programme, free for 16-25 year olds who aren’t quite ready to step straight into work. Elevation+ provides extra time, space, and tailored support for those facing additional challenges and barriers.
ONLINE HARMS TRAINING FOR PROFESSIONALS AND TRUSTED ADULTS
Free, interactive training for parents, trusted adults, and professionals supporting young people in London. Learn how to recognise harmful online behaviour and its potential to escalate into real-life violence, and gain practical strategies to keep young people safe.
ONLINE HARMS TRAINING FOR YOUNG PEOPLE
Free, interactive sessions for young people across London, delivered in schools and community settings. Designed to help participants understand online risks, from scams and misinformation to harmful content, and develop the confidence and skills to stay safe online while supporting their peers.
SPECIALIST TRAINING FOR YOUTH PRACTITIONERS
Free, practical, cohort-based training for youth workers and practitioners supporting young people across London. Delivered over five interactive sessions, learn strategies to address online harms, safeguarding, and digital wellbeing. Designed for those working directly with young people, it equips you with the skills and confidence to make a real difference in their lives.
What Have We Achieved?
3,000+ professionals trained to understand young people’s online behaviour and respond to safeguarding risks effectively
1,000+ young people supported to build digital skills and confidence, with many moving into employment, apprenticeships, or further training
Highly commended for the Workforce Development Award at the 2022 Children and Young People Now Awards and nominated for the Youth Employment Award at the ERSA Awards