Help
Need help on where to start?
SYST help 16-24-year-olds in multiple ways. We have a plethora of programmes and mentors aimed at providing YOU with the right kind of support.
Our dedicated team is committed to helping young people find the right path and programme for them. Whether it’s starting a business or getting into paid employment or if it’s emotional support you require then come and talk to us.
We understand the obstacles that stand in every young person’s path and aim to help you overcome them. We can help you with:
- CVs;
- Interview techniques;
- Where to look for a job;
- Writing a business plan;
- Funding;
- Marketing;
- Business premises;
- Wellbeing;
Our extensive range of businesses and partners can also help you make vital connections which can help to get your new enterprise off the ground or go to the next stage. See our full list of support here.
Programmes
Which one is right for you?
Advice
Want advice from experienced mentors?
Our in-house delivery team are at hand to offer advice and help you find your pathway to the best possible programme for you.
We also have access to experienced entrepreneurs who can mentor our young entrepreneurs when needed. Our mentors offer advice on a range of topics, including marketing, finance, business planning, budgeting, time scales and you can have 1-2-1 time via our very own business clinics.
Here is some of the feedback from young people who have used our services:
“SYST is a fantastic organisation that gives young people helpful advice and support. Everyone is kind and helpful. I would recommend any one to get involved with them.”
“Fantastic organisation aimed at aiding todays youth by giving helpful advice and support. Brilliant idea and a great way to gain invaluable experience that will only benefit people in business in the future. Definitely an organisation I would recommend to get involved with.”
“The times I have turned to SYST I was offered encouragement, advice, and where you couldn’t help me, you often knew people who could, and occasionally you’d offer me connections I didn’t need but thought I might benefit from.”
Space
Need a space? Not a problem!
Start a business
Lets get your business started
The Shropshire Youth Support Trust is a charity that gives young people the space and support they need to get started in business. With your business plan complete, you will have done your market research, tested your idea and secured funding, you should be ready to start your business. We will help you to begin on your journey to success.
Grow
Let’s nurture and grow your business
SYST will support you through the development stages and beyond, we help you review the growth of your business and support you with suggestions on the next steps to ensure you continue to expand.