Our Why - Halifax Opportunities Trust

Creating

opportunities for

a better life

We’re here so people have the opportunity to grow in a vibrant, multicultural and self-sustaining community.

We are a regeneration charity. The nature of our work means we respond to individuals in the local community, so we are used to thinking innovatively and adapting to change.

Over the past 21 years we’ve built stable foundations to ensure we can sustainably create opportunities for local people so their lives are better. The vast range of work we are involved with stems from place-based delivery; addressing the real, lived experiences of local people with co-designed services that truly make a difference.

Our why

We’re here so people have the opportunity to grow in a vibrant, multicultural and self-sustaining community

Impact Goals

The difference we want to make

Through the power community, our staff, volunteers, supporters and partners, combined with our 21 years of experience, we can move closer to reaching our purpose. We’ve introduced three Impact Goals to guide us and inform the ways we want to work with people in the local community of Park ward and beyond. We will consistently address these to make the most progress towards our overall vision.

Each of our Impact Goals have a unique relationship with how we work and what we do, and combined they have the power to make the impact we want to see.

Strengthen Communities

Creating opportunities for communities to live and work together, in safe and sustainable space

Advocate for Equity

Taking a human approach. Working alongside individuals, understanding their aspirations and supporting them along the way

Drive Progress

Looking forward, leading the way and guiding those we work with towards better things

Our Values

In our daily endeavours to achieve our goals, we are guided by our values. They reflect our culture, the way we want things to be and our expectations of the people we work with.

It’s important the things that make us true to us remain the same. They define the kind of organisation we are and the things that are important to us. They keep us grounded, authentic and drive us towards our vision.

We are committed

We collaborate

We care

We are enterprising

How we create opportunities

Making people’s lives better is our main focus. We aim to create a community that is multicultural and self-sustaining, where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and contribute to a brighter future for all. To do this, Halifax Opportunities Trust works towards long term goals to overcome the ongoing challenges that are prevalent in the locally.

We have defined our core delivery in six key areas, so that what we do is focused, aligns with the quality of life indicators, and creates opportunities for work, family and life.

Find Meaningful Work

We put you at the centre of our focus so we understand how to help you reach your employment goals.

Build Your Skills

Earn while you learn with a work-based apprenticeship qualification in education, early years or business.

Lead a Fuller Life

Gain wellbeing advice, guidance and support for a healthier, happier life and stronger community.

Raise a Happy Family

Give your children the best start in life from pregnancy to teen, with nurseries, children’s centres, family support and outreach services.

Integrate in Your Community

Settle into your new community and integrate with local people through ESOL, citizenship and learning new skills.

Start or Grow Your Business

From start-up to seasoned pro, we have flexible workspaces that support your business growth goals.

How we create

opportunities