MISSION
TO HARNESS THE POWER OF OUTDOOR ADVENTURE TO CREATE OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE TO THRIVE AND REACH THEIR POTENTIAL
IMPACT
We believe in the transformative power of outdoor adventure to provide opportunities for young people facing complex transitions to adulthood.
We achieve this through delivering our Pendragon Project Adventure Treks programme. We also work with partners to develop and deliver commissioned projects for their cohorts of young people. These activities use adventure activities as a platform for building confidence, improving wellbeing, developing teamwork and leadership skills, and fostering a passion for nature and the outdoors.
Check out our Youth Impact Report for more information about our beneficiaries, theory of change and impact.
“I met many like-minded people, some with similar issues. The feeling of accomplishment at the end was incredible and the instructors were constantly ready to provide motivation”
Adventure Trekker - Sept 2022
APPROACH
OUTDOORS FOR EVERYONE
We work with young people to understand and remove barriers they may face in accessing nature and outdoor activities. These include perceptual (belonging and safety) and practical (cost, transport) barriers. Through improved access we can empower young people to experience the proven health and wellbeing benefits spending time in nature provides.
OPPORTUNITY THROUGH ADVENTURE
We enable young people to access adventurous opportunities that empower them to succeed and build teamwork, confidence and skills to achieve their goals. Adventurous activities in a supportive environment can unleash potential and develop a range of transferable skills. These experiences can be a catalyst for further development and act as a pathway to training and employment.
NURTURED BY NATURE
We encourage creative, practical and reflective ways to connect to the natural environment by facilitating our activities in wild spaces. Through increasing connection and understanding of others and the planet, young people can become compassionate leaders and active global citizens.
For more information about our approach and our Theory of Change, check out our Youth Impact Report.
VALUES
SUSTAINABLE
abolish unnecessary waste
ensure goods used are reusable or recyclable
minimise carbon footprint
measure and offset unavoidable emissions
only collaborate with organisations who maintain strong ethical and transparent standards
YOUTH-FOCUSED
creating opportunities for young people is at the heart of what we do
learn from and empower young people as partners in our mission
maintain connections via our alumni network
expand network of like-minded youth organisations
INCLUSIVE
strive to make programmes and activities inclusive to all
create safe spaces
celebrate diversity and different life experiences
learn from and support organisations championing inclusivity
TEAM
Founders Laura and Adam ran international youth development expeditions together in Borneo.
They became passionate advocates for using experiential learning in wild spaces to build leadership skills and foster connections to each other and the planet.
They believe that these transformative experiences should be accessible for all young people in the UK, particularly those experiencing complex transitions to adulthood.
Laura and Adam have led expeditions in Borneo, Belarus, Nepal and Argentina. They are experienced team-builders, facilitators and trainers. Their credentials include Wilderness First Response, Advanced First & Secondary Aid, Mental Health First Aid, Off-Site Safety Management and Mountain Leader training.
To achieve the Pendragon Project’s mission, they are supported by an elite team of volunteer leaders: meet the team
PARTNERS
We are proud to be part of a network of project partners, funders, suppliers and volunteers who all contribute to our mission and make our work possible.
If you share our passion for working with young people and supporting them to reach their potential, please get in touch and we can explore opportunities for collaboration and partnership working.
Contact enquiries@pendragonproject.org
