CASHBACK ACADEMIES

CashBack for Communities aims to encourage:

  • Young people to participate in activity which improves their learning, employability and career options.

  • Young people to divert from antisocial, criminal behaviour and involvement with the justice system.

  • Young people to contribute positively to their communities.

For more information on CashBack for Communities, click HERE

RUTS CashBack Academies Annual Report 2023-2024  can be read HERE

About RUTS CashBack Academies:

  • RUTS offer Motorbike, Cycling and non-contact Boxing/Fitness Academies which support participants within the context of skills for life and employability. 

  • RUTS link with affiliated Fitness / Boxing / Cycling Clubs to introduce young people to the sport(s). 

  • RUTS Academies provide young people with the opportunity to undertake bite size learning with the longer term aim of continuing a broad engagement in their 'next step' capacity (i.e. volunteer, employment, apprenticeship, further education). 

Through these academies, a range of awards and accredited qualifications can be offered. In addition, positive soft outcomes for young people will be measured such as:

  • Improved mental health and a more positive outlook on life.

  • They are more aware of the risks and impacts of harmful substance use.

  • They are less inclined to engage in harmful drugs and/or alcohol use.

  • Their confidence has increased.

  • Increased participation in physical and sporting activities.

Eligibility:

To be eligible for our CashBack Academies, participants must meet the following criteria:

  • Age range – 14 to 19

  • Live within one of these Local Authority Areas: East Lothian, Midlothian or West Lothian

  • At risk of disengaging from school or

  • At risk of antisocial behaviour or

  • At risk of entering the justice system