As part of an ongoing CSR programme with South Yorkshire Community Fund, Office Friendly has donated over 100 pieces of clothing to two local charities. Collecting everything from ties to handbags, the Office Friendly team organised a clothing drive throughout May 2018 with the aim to raise awareness for several worthy causes, and support those in need of clothing.
The first donation, six large bags of casual clothes and accessories for all genders delivered to Sheena Amos Youth Trust (SAYiT) in time for their 'Trans-A-Wear' event. On 19th May, the trust offered a free clothes swap event for trans, non-binary, and gender non-confirming people in the Sheffield area.
A second donation of men's business attire went to The Suit Works, based in Kelham Island. From ties in bright colours, to a double breasted waistcoat, over 45 garments were given to benefit men in Sheffield preparing for job interviews.
The Suit Works help and support unemployed men of all ages who are trying to get into work by giving them a styling session, suit, shirt, tie and shoes or smart casual clothing. This benefits those who have the offer of a job interview and do not have, or are unable to afford to buy suitable clothing.
Vanda Kewley, Director of The Suit Works said, "when you walk through that door, those first thirty seconds are crucial - your body language, what you are wearing, and your standard of personal grooming They all tell your story.We believe that this service is an important step for clients to help them in breaking down barriers to employment."
The Suit Works also offers informal interview skills training at the same time covering aspects such as body language, grooming, dealing with nerves and preparation. The service has grown in its support of local people, from assisting 5 people in May 2017 and this year helping 22 men 'suit up'.
If you would like to support the community and charity work Office Friendly are doing, or find out more, take a look at the justgiving page for the Office Friendly Community Fund https://bit.ly/2sFHQYz or call the office on 0114 256 6294.
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