Drive Forward

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We work to drive positive change, create equal opportunities and foster inclusion within London businesses. Founded in 2010, Drive Forward Foundation is a registered charity supporting care leavers aged 16-26 in London into sustainable employment and independence. We offer tailored 1-2-1 support, direct relationships to employers and exclusive opportunities, as well as peer and professional mentor

28/05/2026

Our latest guest blog from therapist and counsellor Richard Barnardo is now live. 💛

Richard shares a powerful reflection on the emotional impact of growing up in care, the importance of feeling truly understood, and how therapy can help people make sense of difficult beginnings.

An honest and compassionate read that will resonate with many.

Read the full guest blog via the link.
https://driveforwardfoundation.org/blogs/when-care-doesnt-feel-like-care/

13/05/2026

Did you know the Civil Service Care Leavers Internship Scheme is now live? 💙

Drive Forward Foundation is supporting care-experienced young people with their applications through a Personal Statement Support Session with Baringa.

📅 Tuesday 19 May
🕚 11am–5pm
📍 DFF Office

✨ 1:1 support
✨ Application feedback
✨ Confidence-building support

⏰ Applications close 31 May.

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14-15 Lower Marsh
London
SE17RJ

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm