TechMarketView has long had a close association with The King’s Trust.
Indeed, today marks the final day of its Future Steps challenge, which staff here have thrown themselves at this year (and we are happy to take last minute donations before the end of today!).
Yesterday, The Trust released its Youth Index for 2025. See here: The King’s Trust TK Maxx Youth Index 2025.
The report has been running since 2009 and brings together feedback from thousands of young people collating their thoughts and feelings on various aspects of their lives, including work, education, money, and health.
This year, the report shows that the overall wellbeing of young people remains low, with money and emotional health being the areas where they feel least happy and confident.
A clear theme throughout the research 
is that young people desperately want to work. However, one of the biggest obstacles preventing young people from entering the job market is poor mental health. And it’s much harder for those from a disadvantaged background.
The findings suggest that unemployment negatively affects wellbeing and confidence but this decline, in turn, makes it harder for young people to secure work. Despite this, the youngsters are not giving up on themselves. In fact, the overwhelming majority of young people (70%) feel determined to achieve their goals and that the route to improving confidence, wellbeing, and long-term prospects is meaningful employment. What they require is the right support and opportunities to make this a reality and this is where the work of The King’s Trust and its partners comes in.
If you’re reading this, it’s likely you either have a role in technology or a role at a technology firm. You’ll probably also remember what enabled you to get your foot in the door at the start of your career.
If you’re keen to understand how you can give back – either through offering up your time or by becoming a partner of The King’s Trust – please be in touch: email Kate.
Posted by Kate Hanaghan at '09:40'