Young people in Cornwall aged 11-19 can now access a quick and easy text messaging service to get advice and information about their futures.
ChatFuture has been launched this month by Cornwall Council’s Employment and Enterprise Team – and it is completely free to use.
Those who sign up receive two texts a month about employment opportunities, apprenticeships, education and training placements.
Users can also text our support team with any careers-related questions, and don’t need to sign up to use this service. They will then be sent free confidential support to help them find their perfect job.
ChatFuture text notifications are also available to parents, carers and teachers, who can sign up to receive updates.
Cllr Hilary Frank, Cabinet Member for Children, Families and Schools at Cornwall Council, said:
“We want every young person in Cornwall to feel confident about their future and to know that support is there when they need it, so I’m very pleased to announce the launch of this new text messaging service.
“ChatFuture is simple, secure and completely free. We hope as many young people as possible will give it a try to help turn ideas about their future into practical next steps and realise their potential.”
People can sign up to ChatFuture here or get started by texting a careers-related question to 07312 263054.
You can find more information on the service on the ChatFuture webpage.