about us

what we do

The aim of the Centre is to campaign against Unemployment and to seek to improve the circumstances and life chances of Unemployed people within the Tyne and Wear area. We are a Charity. Our objectives are to provide Information, Advice and Guidance as well as advocacy and representation in furtherance of our aims in particular with respect to supporting claimants who are in contact with the Welfare Benefits system.

funding

During the past year we have received support and Funding from the National Lottery, The Tyne and Wear Community Foundation, The Roy and Pixie Baker Trust, The WA Handley Trust and the Alex Ferry Foundation, as well as regular support from individuals and other organisations..

claimant represenation project

Working with the Newcastle Fund, TWCAU runs regular courses on how to be successful in claims, Mandatory Reconsiderations and Appeal Tribunals for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and Employment Support Allowance (ESA). These are aimed at claimants and those representing them. We can also represent people at Tribunals and can offer individual support

what we can do for you

these are the services we provide!

PIP applications
Universal Credit applications
Pension Credit
Employment support
Allowance
Interview practice
CV Application support
Benefits check
Employment related advice

why we do this

Tyne and wear centre against unemployment is aiming to support people, in a non judgemental space, to apply for anyone of these services. Assisting people in these moments to help our clients feel supported in their journeys, helping them get the assistance they need in every capacity.

get involved

You can support the TWCAU by becoming a Volunteer. We are particularly keen to involve people in representing people. We understand that unemployment affects people in many ways, economically, socially and in terms of their mental and physical health. We seek to develop projects and to build links with organisations working with unemployed people and with communities affected by unemployment. We welcome volunteers, whether they can give half an hour a week or several hours. Every bit of support we receive is valued and appreciated.