Community sculpture trail and student run café

Situation

Our students face a lack of work experience and paid employment opportunities. These opportunities, to gain real life experiences, are vital to their goal of living independently. The effects of lockdown have proved that mental and physical well-being is important; particularly for our students, many of whom have anxiety. Our student council have requested an outside area for rest, recreation and relaxation. There is also a high demand for family friendly walks from the local community.

Solution

Our fully accessible café will provide a source of work experience and paid employment for Orpheus students and alumni. Students will gain confidence and work skills including hospitality and money handling. It also will raise awareness of disability in the local area. The trail will be a way of showcasing student and local artist's work and offer education opportunities for local schools and groups. It will aid well-being, through access to nature and tranquillity for the whole community.