The Juno Project

The Juno Project is a UK-based nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering young women who have faced various life challenges. It offers support to those who have experienced difficulties such as addiction, domestic violence, poverty, health issues, learning difficulties, homelessness, mental health challenges, bullying, and exclusion from school[4].

Mission and Activities

The organization's mission is to encourage, enthuse, and empower young women to reach their full potential. It delivers programs designed to create a safe environment where participants can explore their experiences, behaviors, and core beliefs. These programs aim to enhance self-awareness and help young women understand their relationships and personal agency. The Juno Project focuses on transforming negative experiences into positive narratives about resilience and achievement[2].

Structure and Leadership

The project is led by CEO Sanchia Ryan, who has extensive experience in educational and social care settings. Sanchia is a trained teacher and has managed projects supporting families and children. She is also a trained restorative justice practitioner and is studying Human Givens Psychotherapy to further her expertise in trauma-informed practices[2]. The organization is supported by a Board of Trustees and an ambassador, Dr. Sharie Coombes, an international psychotherapist[2].

Operations and Impact

In the academic year 2023/24, The Juno Project delivered programs to 198 young women aged 12-16 across 14 schools in West Sussex. The results showed significant improvements in the girls' self-perception and confidence levels[1].

Financial Overview

For the financial year ending March 2024, The Juno Project reported a total income of £37,462, with expenditures totaling £47,751. The organization received funding from government contracts and grants[3]. It operates without trading subsidiaries, and its trustees do not receive remuneration[3].

Registration Details

The Juno Project is registered as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) with the Charity Commission under the number 1176628. It was registered on January 11, 2018, and its governing document was amended on July 6, 2022[4].

[1] https://www.thejunoproject.co.uk [2] https://www.thejunoproject.co.uk/our-story [3] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/5107107 [4] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-search/-/charity-details/5107107/governing-document [5] https://www.communityworks.org.uk/members/directory/530646/