York Travellers Trust
York Travellers Trust was established 25 years ago and exists to provide support to the Gypsy and Traveller community in York and across a wider local area. It aims overall to ‘enhance the vibrant and resourceful Gypsy and Traveller communities, build bridges between the communities and others to promote community cohesion, and increase opportunities and life chances for all’. A wide range of services and sessions are run, including a wellbeing project, drop-ins, education provision, and advice and advocacy services.
In February 2024, the Allen Lane Foundation has offered a grant of £7,500 to York Travellers Trust. This is to contribute towards salary costs of a worker whose role is to reach out to and engage with the Gypsy and Traveller communities, encouraging individuals to access help they need from the Trust, as well as from other services. The aim is to reduce isolation, improve mental health, and address immediate needs, as well as working with individuals to look at their long-term goals and interests, such as accessing educational courses or employment for example.
