Every year, the International Day to End Poverty reminds us that ending poverty isn’t just about financial support, it’s about removing the barriers that keep people from opportunity. In 2025,…
A Day at Bramhall Library: Biscuits, Bright Smiles, and Digital Breakthroughs
Our volunteering lead, Clara shares an “afternoon in the life” during #Digitober… complete with biscuits! Today felt like one of those quietly heart-warming days that remind me why I love…
Small steps starting where the problems show up – that’s our Starting Point
On a Thursday we head over to Gorton Hub with the One Manchester team to support people there. This week Chloe helped a lady who has 3 young children. She…
Live well online – Bringing Digital Support into the Heart of the Community
At York Street Community Centre, we at Starting Point are proud to be running digital support sessions right where people need them most, in the heart of our communities. Supported…
How Digital Confidence Can Improve Health and Ease Pressure on GP Services
Over the last few weeks, we have been at Heaton Norris medical practice , running community digital support sessions. Each week we see first-hand the life-changing impact that digital skills…
Making a Difference Through Volunteering: Rob’s Story
At Starting Point, we believe volunteering is more than just giving time; it’s about creating opportunities for people to reconnect, build confidence, and find purpose. Every volunteer brings their own…
“I want to say thank you because I’ve got a job interview!”
When David* first came to Starting Point at Cornerstone, he was feeling overwhelmed. Like so many jobseekers we see, he was faced with a maze of online platforms, some applications…
Building Digital Confidence from the Ground Up: Our Day at Oldhams Family Hub Bolton
Today, Claire and Nicola had the pleasure of joining families at Oldhams Family Hub in Bolton for their lively Family Fun Day. Alongside the games including Makey Maket banana piano,…
End Digital Poverty Day: Why Stories Like Anita’s Matter
Today is End Digital Poverty Day, a national call to action to make sure everyone has the skills, tools, and confidence to thrive in our digital world. At Starting Point,…
Building Confidence, One Click at a Time: Digital Inclusion at BlueSci in Trafford
At Starting Point, we know that digital inclusion isn’t just about skills — it’s about people, confidence, and connection. That’s why partnerships with local community organisations, like BlueSci in Trafford,…