Trailblazer project opens doors to jobsA North East pilot project has launched to help vulnerable adults overcome barriers to employment while tackling economic inactivity across the region. A new research programme has been commissioned by the North East Combined Authority (NECA) to explore the challenges faced by people living in supported accommodation when moving towards work. Known as Opening Doors, the initiative will gather first-hand insight from people with lived experience to identify systemic barriers and help shape clearer employment pathways. A wide network of housing providers, charities and local authorities is helping support delivery of the project, including Home Group, Bernicia, Oasis Community Housing, Action Foundation, Newcastle City Council, Thirteen and Housing Employment Network North East. Opening Doors forms part of NECA’s Economic Inactivity Trailblazer programme, a flagship initiative aligned with the Government’s wider drive to support people into work.