MCE Trust
MOVE CONNECT ESCAPE TRUST (MCE Trust) exists to reduce isolation, improve wellbeing, and build inclusive spaces across Teesside. We combine community warmth with modern digital tools—so people can connect, learn, and move forward.
🧭 Community-first A place people can return to, not a one-off intervention.
We design activities around real barriers: confidence, isolation, cost, and access. People can join in their own way—no pressure, no judgement.
- Friendly meet-ups and peer support
- Inclusive spaces for all backgrounds
- Optional activities (you can just come for a cuppa)
🔌 Tech-enabled support Digital confidence that unlocks services and opportunities.
We help people feel calm using devices and online services—email, forms, job searching, NHS tools, and safety online. Our approach is practical and repeatable (no jargon).
- Digital inclusion sessions
- Online safety habits (scams, passwords, 2FA)
- Support to access essential online services
🧠 Wellbeing that’s doable Small steps, steady progress, real-life routines.
We focus on reducing overwhelm and building resilience through connection, gentle activity, and consistent support.
- Peer-led encouragement
- Gentle movement and confidence-building
- Supportive routes into volunteering/training
How we blend digital and human support
Real inclusion happens when people get both: a welcoming community and the skills/tools to navigate a digital world. Click the modes below to explore.
Access to essential services
Digital confidence helps people access health, housing, benefits, and everyday services. We support learners step-by-step so they can do tasks independently—not just once, but repeatedly.
- Email setup + attachments
- Online forms + uploads
- NHS/GP tools and appointments
Safety online (built-in, not an afterthought)
Scams thrive on pressure and confusion. We teach simple rules that protect money, identity, and peace of mind.
- Spotting scam texts and “urgent” links
- Passwords + 2‑step verification (2FA)
- Safer messaging and account recovery basics
Opportunity: work, learning, and belonging
Digital skills open doors—job searching, CVs, applications, training, and staying connected. We help people build confidence that sticks.
- CV writing + job search
- Online applications + interview invites
- Pathways into mentoring and volunteering
What we run
Click a card to expand. Each programme is built to be accessible and welcoming.
💻 Bytees (Digital Inclusion) Confidence with devices + essential online skills.
Support for beginners and returning learners: email, forms, safety, online services, and employability basics.
- Device basics (phone/tablet/laptop)
- Online safety habits (scams, passwords, 2FA)
- Job search support (CV, applications, interview prep)
🧘♀️ Project GOEWS Movement + nutrition + sisterhood support.
A gentle wellbeing space: low-impact movement, practical nutrition pillars, mental stimulation, and connection.
- Low-pressure, supportive environment
- Optional activities (join in your own way)
- Reducing isolation through belonging
☕ Community Net A social hub + practical safety net.
Connection-first support: meet-ups, peer networks, signposting, and practical help—so people don’t struggle alone.
- Weekly connection points
- Supportive signposting
- Community-led resilience
What “success” looks like
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Work with us
We welcome partnerships across local services, community spaces, and corporate supporters—especially those who want measurable outcomes. Click to expand the options below.
🏢 Corporate support Hardware, volunteer days, sponsorship, reporting.
- Donate refurbished devices (laptops/tablets) and accessories
- Staff volunteering / mentor days (guided)
- Sponsor data SIMs, venues, or learning resources
- Impact reporting: people supported, skills gained, outcomes achieved
🏘️ Local delivery partners Venues, referrals, community connection.
- Community venues and trusted spaces
- Referral pathways for people who need support
- Joint sessions and community events
Transparency
Clear structure, clear purpose, community-first delivery.
📜 Legal info How the organisation is structured.
- Charity: Move Connect Escape TRUST (pending registration)
- Structure: Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO)
- Delivery partner:
- Status: All resources reinvested into community support
🧾 Values How we show up for people.
- Respect: everyone welcome
- Safety: supportive, inclusive environments
- Integrity: no judgement, no pressure
- Participation: join in your own way
- Positivity: encouraging energy and connection