News

“To attribute the rise in alcoholism among women solely to marketing would be an oversimplification. The complexities of this issue go deeper”.

Sally Benton, Executive Director, Fundraising and Communications, Forward Trust provides a short blog which sets out issues around the pervasiveness of alcohol-related marketing – and the depths with which this issue is affecting women’s mortality.

Worried about conflict and world events?

We are as individuals, globally exposed to highly distressing conflicts across the world that are having a devastating impact on all those local to warring regions.

National Reunion 2024

The Forward Trust is proud to be hosting this year’s National Reunion – a celebratory event designed to recognise individual, group and service-led achievements over the last 12 months.

Ofsted ‘Good’ rating recognises Forward’s service delivery of Adult Education and Apprenticeships

Following a recent inspection, The Forward Trust has been awarded a ‘Good’ rating by Ofsted (Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills) acknowledging achievements made in our Adult Education and Apprenticeship schemes.

Drug-related deaths “highest since records began” – “Avoidable” say the Forward Trust 

Drug-related deaths in England and Wales have reached a record high, driven primarily by opiates, new Office for National Statistics (ONS) figures show. 

Clouds House carol service offers a festive treat for those that truly need it 

The Forward Trust was thrilled to host its annual carol concert in support of Clouds House – raising vital funds for bursary places to attend this leading residential rehabilitation facility.  

Local service welcomes pivotal pilot programme for families affected by gambling

A new pilot programme led by The Forward Trust and funded by Gamble Aware is being launched to support families across Merseyside affected by gambling addiction.

Register now for The Forward Trust national reunion

Details of our national reunion which is a celebration of all the successes of our clients and staff over the last year.

Forward launches its first Domestic Abuse Strategy

The Forward Trust has launched its first domestic abuse strategy as part of ongoing efforts to further enhance its wider support offering to staff and service users.

• Family support

Staff Awards Light-up Forward’s Winter Season

The Forward Trust’s Staff Awards (Winter) 2023 event once again highlighted incredible individual, team and cross-organisation achievements for this year.

• Education
• Drug & alcohol support
• Employment support
• Family support
• Forward Connect (peer-led community)
• Housing & resettlement support
• Mental health support
• Probation support
• Recovery support