Our project focuses on empowering marginalised groups in Thurrock who, with the right support through peer mentoring and coaching can help address current skill shortages. We aim to assist residents from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, including travellers, ex-offenders, young adults (16-25), women exploring construction careers, men considering careers in childcare, the economically inactive, people with disabilities or special needs, individuals facing mental health challenges, and recent legal refugees or work visa holders.