Resolve Poverty

Host Details

About the Host
A not-for-profit supporting localities and regions with anti-poverty work. From supporting with strategic anti-poverty activities, to training and events and programmes directly aimed at maximising household incomes, we believe in the power of place to tackle poverty and seek to support efforts happening in localities across the country.

Host Location
Manchester

Website
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Type of Organisation
Third sector

Employment Area
Anti-poverty

About the Placement 

Provide a brief overview of the context that led to the need for this specific placement or project.

We have an existing relationship with the University of York and the placement was proposed by contacts there.

What was the most significant outcome or deliverable achieved during the placement?

The candidate completed a piece of research analysis and wrote up the findings to be published shortly. They also supported delivery of a major conference, convening 450 people from across the country around local anti-poverty work.

What was the most challenging aspect of supervising/hosting a placement, and how did you address it?

There wasn’t really anything challenging.

What tips or advice would you give to current or future host organisations interested in undertaking a placement?

Embrace the candidate, trust their knowledge and skills, give them a challenge.