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Jessica Costa Silva is an experienced volunteer programme manager currently overseeing volunteer activities at akt since March 2023. With a degree in Modern Languages with Business Management from the University of Birmingham, Jessica has previously held positions such as Interim Volunteer Programme Manager and Volunteer Programme Coordinator at akt, where key responsibilities included developing volunteer strategies and managing recruitment and training processes. Experience at the National Army Museum involved enhancing visitor experiences as a Visitor Welcome and Retail Sales Assistant, while prior roles in community management at Shelter UK included maximizing sales and staff management. Additional roles included various positions in retail and customer service, underscoring strong operational and organizational skills.
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akt supports LGBTQ+ people aged 16-25 in the UK who are facing or experiencing homelessness or living in a hostile environment. Did you know that 24% of young homeless people in the UK are LGBTQ+? LGBTQ+ people are much more likely to be made homeless because of their gender or sexual identity, and 78% of all of the young people that come to akt cite familial abuse and rejection ad the cause of their homelessness. This is why akt is so vital. We support young people into safe homes and employment, education or training, in a welcoming and open environment that celebrates LGBTQ+ identities. If you want to find out more, please visit our website at: https://www.akt.org.uk/