Life-Long Learning
All of our local schools are members of the Partnership, and many have been actively involved in projects to improve the quality of education in the area. A number of colleges and adult learning organisations are also active members. These partners are working together to develop the Holderness Community College which will provide young people with vocational courses in their local area.
Support for organisations working with young people includes two projects working in local schools. The Education Business Link Organisation (EBLO) helps young people understand how local business works and develop business and enterprise skills in preparation for their adult and working lives. The RATS (Reading Assistance Teaching Scheme) trains local volunteers to work with children in Primary Schools, encouraging the development of reading, numeracy and ICT skills.
The Partnership also helps support the Employment Advice Centre in Withernsea, which offers work and training advice to both the unemployed and people looking for a change in career, is an important business and educational resource. The Learning Network is another important project which identifies local learning needs and helps ensure that people are able to access learning opportunities in their local community.

Community Development
People in the local community have made an enormous contribution to the work of the Partnership. Many of our projects have been managed by volunteer project managers and committees, with the support of our Community Development Worker. Offering support and training to local people who want to improve their area is one of our most important roles. The Community Development and Local Agenda 21 funds have helped to make any smaller projects such as the Picture This Photographic calendar and the Withernsea Jubilee celebrations, a reality.
Involving Young People
We also get involved in supporting organisations which work with young people, such as the Holderness Youth Initiatives, and young people are encouraged to take an active role in the Partnership.
Support for improving parks and playgrounds has also benefited both local young people and visitors. Projects which we have helped fund include the Millennium Green in Withernsea, Easington Playground, and Patrington Recreation Grounds. Development of sporting facilities such as the Withernsea AFC ground benefits young and older people alike, as does the local transport initiative, the Holderness Hopper.