Our Impact 2022/2023
Dallaglio RugbyWorks Impact Report 2022/2023: Transforming tomorrow: empowering excluded youth
The Dallaglio RugbyWorks 2022/2023 Impact Report showcases the organisation's commitment to transforming the lives of excluded youth through rugby, mentorship, and holistic development, emphasising achievements, challenges, and progress.
Our Impact Report reflects on the challenges faced during the academic year, marked by the persistent impact of the cost-of-living crisis on society, particularly affecting the education, mental health, and physical well-being of young people. Despite these hurdles, Dallaglio RugbyWorks remained steadfast in its commitment to supporting disengaged and excluded young individuals, equipping them with the skills needed to create positive opportunities and realise their full potential.
Impact in Figures: Key Statistics from 2022/2023
· 97% of the programmes’ participants enjoyed the sessions.
· 84% wanted to attend future sessions.
· 100% of participants from the evening programme stated they enjoyed attending the sessions more than what they normally did during the evenings (which is when they are most likely to be victims or perpetrators of crime).
· 85% of participants demonstrated an improvement of their understanding and application of communication skills.
· 90% of young people demonstrate a good level or have improved their level of physical fitness.
· 83% of young people reported that they had increased mental resilience as a result of being in the programme.
· 87% of participants on our programme were in education, employment or training at 18
These statistics underscore the tangible and positive changes experienced by the young participants, demonstrating the effectiveness of the RugbyWorks programmes.
Highlights of a remarkable year:
In addition to showcasing impactful achievements, the report underlines the thrilling events of the year. Highlights include the prestigious Dallaglio RugbyWorks Awards, victorious tournament outcomes, and the formation of the Youth Animators team. The organisation's outstanding contributions were recognised with multiple nominations at the esteemed Charity Times Awards, affirming the team's dedication and impactful work. Amidst these triumphs, the report also commemorates the grand finale of 8Rocks—a dazzling event that marked the end of an era with the theme of the Greatest Showman, captivating guests with unique centrepieces, circus performances, and musical brilliance from Tony Hadley and Pete Tong.
One of our supporters, Scarlette Douglas, said: “No child should be ostracised for mistakes they may have made when younger, sometimes through no fault of their own and so I support this charity because it does not discriminate, single out or exclude anyone; rather celebrates individuality, personality and uniqueness”.
Download the full Impact Report here for insights into why our work matters, details on our programmes, how we deliver them, and the impact they've had.