Jack Petchey Foundation Achiever Network

The Jack Petchey Foundation's Achiever Network is a free 12-month personal development programme for 35 young people each year. It is designed for previous Jack Petchey achievers who want to build confidence, learn new skills, meet new people and develop their self-awareness through a structured programme of support and challenge.

Those selected are invited to begin with a residential weekend, followed by five Saturday training days over the course of the year. Sessions focus on areas such as self-esteem, communication, leadership, stress management, presentation skills, public speaking, influencing and revision techniques.

Participants are also paired with a volunteer mentor for three one-to-one sessions during the programme.

Fundraising and volunteering are important parts of the experience, and the programme ends with a graduation ceremony where each participant receives a certificate. After graduating, young people can stay involved with the Foundation and may also have the chance to apply for the Youth Consultation Panel.