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Hanover Re-brands – June 2007
The Hanover Foundation is changing its name to Hanover Foundations. The addition of an S serves to emphasise the firm foundations for personal performance established by Hanover programmes. At the same time Hanover’s programmes are receiving new titles including “Foundations for Achievement” and “Foundations for Leadership”.
Impetus for the change was an external perception that “The Foundation” infers an organisation distributing funds from a wealthy benefactor, whereas Hanover is itself in constant search for funding to make possible its work with young people. A complete change was ruled out when market research revealed that the existing name was both recognised and well respected, while the organisation’s young clients significantly appreciate its anonymity and lack of stigma.
In line with Hanover’s mission to enable young people, a competition was organised for young designers to create a new corporate identity. Top industry professionals from VirtuAd and Ogilvy generously gave their time and expertise both on the judging panel and in a workshop with young people developing designs for the competition. The judges were delighted with the standard of entries but unanimous in selecting Regina Viveiros from Ravensbourne College as the winner. She received a cash prize and a contract to work on further design work for Hanover.
Regina Viveiros biography and portfolio
Two New Members of Staff – February 2007
The Hanover team is expanding as demand for the charity’s work grows apace. In December 2006, Ruth Culver was engaged as Head of Marketing and Development, coming from 18 years managing marketing, fundraising and communications projects for charities including Breakthough Breast Cancer, the Soil Association and the Inside Out Trust. In March 2007, Julie Simpson joins Hanover from SkillForce as Fundraising and Relationships Manager.
Major DfES Contract – June 2006
Hanover has commenced work on a ground-breaking collaborative project under the Government’s 14-19 Agenda. The Re-Ach Project runs over 2 years, involving 7 Hanover trainers, 18 coaches and up to 540 Young People and 120 Adult Professional “Champions”. The pilot will run in 3 areas: Hillingdon, Leicester and Barking & Dagenham. The project involves a variety of agencies including schools, FE colleges and Young Apprenctice schemes. Youth Offending Service, Looked After Children and re-engagers in Education. The emphasis is on getting NEETS – those Not in Education, Employment or Training – back into positive action.
Student Council Launched – June 2006
Hanover is forming its first Student Council which will be chaired by Yemisi Blake as part of his new role with the charity. Hanover is currently recruiting the remaining 8-9 members from the student clients that have participated in their programmes during 2005. Members will have a fantastic opportunity to be involved in many exciting projects and should benefit greatly in developing their personal skills.
Prudential Sponsorship – April 2006
Hanover is delighted to announce that the Prudential have very kindly offered to host a breakfast briefing for the Foundation on 20th June 2006.
Patron Announced – January 2006
The Hanover Foundation very proudly announces that Estelle Morris – Baroness Morris of Yardley – has agreed to become our first Patron. Estelle Morris first became aware of Hanover's work when she was Secretary of State for Education and has supported the activity of the charity since then.
Coaching/Mentoring Conference – September 2005
Serena Standing, Chief Executive, and Joy Wright, Operations Director, presented on the effectiveness of coaching at the Specialist Schools Trust conference on coaching/mentoring on 29th September 2005. Lord Adonis and Jon Coles were keynote speakers. For further details of the conference please go to the Specialist Schools Trust web site www.specalistschools.org.uk.
Former Student Client Joins Staff – August 2005
Hanover is delighted to announce that Yemisi Blake, a former student client, has been appointed as a part-time Operations Co-ordinator for the Foundation effective from September 2005.
Humanities Conference 2005 – June 2005
Operations Director Joy Wright and Yemisi Blake, a former student client, were invited to speak at the first Specialist Schools Trust Humanities Conference about how Hanover transforms aspiration with young people in London secondary schools.
House of Commons Breakfast – January 2005
On 27th January 2005, The Right Honourable Estelle Morris MP, Minister of State for the Culture & Sports, hosted a breakfast briefing for Hanover at the House of Commons. The audience included representatives of charitable organisations and executives from industry, finance, the media, education and Business in the Community. The Minister spoke of the vital need for charities, agencies and politicians across the spectrum to engage in the process of raising the aspirations and achievement of young people.
Marks & Spencer Sponsors Breakfast – June 2004
A breakfast briefing entitled "Transforming Aspiration to Raise Achievement" took place on Thursday 24th June 2004. It was held at North Westminster Community School and was the second M&S sponsorship for Hanover. Among the keynote speakers were The Rt Hon Stephen Twigg MP, Under Secretary of State for Schools and Guin Batten, International Olympic Rower.
Marks & Spencer Sponsors Coaching – January 2004
North Westminster Community School in West London are being sponsored by their new neighbours Marks & Spencer plc. E-J Walker, Community Involvement Manager for Marks & Spencer said: "Marks & Spencer are proud to support the students of North Westminster Community School by offering a coaching programme provided by Hanover. This programme will help to build the student's potential and enhance their chances of employment in the longer term. This forms part of our wider commitment to our new community in Paddington."
Pilot Programme for the DfES London Challenge – October 2003
Hanover has been commissioned to run a pilot programme for the DfES London Challenge following approval by Rt Hon Stephen Twigg MP, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Schools, and sponsored by Professor Tim Brighouse, Commissioner for London Schools. Three London Challenge schools have been selected to participate from March 2004.
Launch of Pilot Co-Coaching Programme – September 2003
Hanover is launching a pioneering pilot “co-coaching” programme. Sixth form students from a College in Finchley are being coached in the usual way for their own personal development and are also in turn coaching a Year 10 student from a neighbouring secondary school, under the supervision and guidance of their Hanover coach.
Breakfast Briefing – June 2003
The Foundation held a Breakfast Briefing "Raising the Game" on June 24th 2003, hosted by Marks & Spencer plc. Keynote speakers were Rt Hon Estelle Morris MP, Minister for Arts and Rt Hon Lord Alton of Liverpool. The event was a great success and certainly met the aim of raising awareness of the benefits of coaching as an effective intervention with young people, helping them to expand their personal horizons.