
Secure The Bag
Empowering 16 - 30 year olds with creative skills, employability, and side hustles

About the Programme
- 30-week programme designed for young people aged 16–30.
- Blends employability skills (CV writing, interview prep, confidence building, motivation) with hands-on creative workshops.
- Includes support for side hustles; e.g, working at Wingstop to fund your clothing brand.
- Ends with a fashion show + job fair.
Programme Breakdown
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Creative Workshops
garment printing, upcycling, embroidery, styling, photography.
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Employability Workshops
CV writing, interview prep, job readiness, confidence building.
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Showcase & Job Fair
end of programme runway + employers across fashion and beyond.
Who It’s For
- Young people 16–30 from marginalised backgrounds.
- Families on low incomes.
- Those seeking confidence, skills, and opportunities in both creative and professional fields.
Support We Provide
- Clothing for job interviews.
- School uniforms & stationery.
- Essentials & toiletries.
- Baby packs for new mums.
- Toys for children.
Testimonials

"The workshops helped me realise I could make a career out of fashion." - Rhymina.B

"I gained confidence as a stylist thanks to Secure The Bag." - Yeves.A

" I loved getting hands-on experience at London Fashion District. Handling stock, working the tills, and helping customers. It's given me the confidence and skills to start growing my own brand." - Olivia.F
