I came out of Prison, a place I’ve known for the majority of my life. Then I was introduced to Tailored Futures from my Approved Premises. I didn’t come to my first meeting as I was tired of meeting organisations that promise to help but do nothing. But, Tailored Futures were persistent and I decided to give to give them a shot so that they can back-off from me. They sent me on a CSCS Training course and on completion provided me with PPE and placed me in my first paid job as a general labourer at a construction site. Work was hard and at times I just wanted to give up but Titi would be on the other side motivating me not to give-up and to not let myself down. Last year, I would have expected myself to be back behind bars…reality is different. Today, I am a Logistics Manager working for a different firm with my own team! I wouldn’t have got where I am without Tailored Futures and am very grateful to them. Consequently, I am now recruiting ex-offenders like myself. Competition is tough out there, but I am a prime example of real change and I wish to help others who feel disadvantaged and let-down giving them an opportunity to turn their life around