We inspire and support young people in Bristol to pursue their ambitions through skills training, professional mentoring, events & recruitment support services.
What We Do
We believe every young person has what it takes to pursue and realise their employment or enterprise ambitions. We help prepare and connect you with the Bristol businesses, education providers and people who can help make it happen. Here’s how:
Get Confident
Support Programme
Culturally appropriate one-to-one support and group training to build confidence and self-belief. Learn More
Get Ready
Become a Youth Ambassador
Access to mentors, short courses and enterprising experiences to build networks and skills. Learn More
Get Started
Placement Programme
Recruitment support to find work experience, employment and education opportunities. Learn More
Babbasa In Action
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Our Impact
Since 2013, we’ve helped over 2,200 young people become more confident or move into work, education, or business – with around 300 joining our programmes each year.
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per annum
“I’ve learnt many key skills and things you don’t learn in school, which are essential in life. I just completed my A-levels and am going to study Economics and Management at Cardiff University. I can’t wait.”
– Zainab
- feel more capable and confident about their career – 91%
- move into volunteering or work placements – 43%
- move into paid work – 21%
- go into further education – 15%
- start their own enterprise – 7%
What’s On
Find out about exciting upcoming event and workshops.
Beyond COVID – Pursuing an Inclusive Recovery
by Poku Osei, 18/05/20 As we begin to rebuild our lives, it is clear that the COVID-19 pandemic will reshape the nation’s economy, industries, and our society in a fundamental way. The disease has had an impact on all lives - black, white, rich and poor. But it has...
Babbasa’s First-Ever Online Festival, Skill Swap is launched!
Babbasa has launched its first-ever online festival for young people! Skill Swap is an opportunity for young people to share their experiences in lockdown, take part in daily challenges, share their skills and knowledge, and attend great workshops from professionals....
Babbasa Wins Queen’s Award for ‘Transforming’ Young Lives in inner-city Bristol
Babbasa marks its ‘Queen’s Award for Enterprise’ by launching an urgent appeal to support local young people affected by the Coronavirus pandemic Youth Empowerment organisation, Babbasa has won a Queen's Award for Enterprise - the highest official award for a UK...
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50 Upper York Street, Bristol, BS2 8QR