 The Burns Project was run by Comarthenshire Youth Support Service in partnership with local employer Burns Pet Food and Nutrition. Burns produces and sells pet food nationally, has local factories, a farm going produce, a community shop and cafe. The project offered volunteering and personal development opportunities for young people who were not engaged in education, employment or training as a result of personal difficulties. The young people learned about the world of work, developing employability skills in a fun, supportive environment by undertaking the tasks of a farm employee. The judges felt that this project was a good example of partnership working, having a positive impact on harder to reach young people. The Keredigian Outreach Team work with statutory and voluntary organisations such as Job Center Plus, Careers Wales, Training, HE and FE providers, social and health services, the police, the youth justice service and housing to promote inclusive, educative and participative provision for young people. Young people come together to socialise, plan and set goals together and participate in team building activities and residential that promote employability and workshops promoting personal and social development. The judges felt that this project opened up opportunities for young people in rural areas whilst helping them back into education, employment or training. Rootsd Opportunity is a partnership venture between Pembrokeshire Youth and Milford Youth Matters. The roll-on roll-off 8-week programme allows up to 16 young people at any one time and opportunities to gain accredited training and work-based experiences in a positive, engaging environment. The programme links the skills development of young people to the needs of the local businesses and organisations by working with businesses and hosting community events. The judges loved the strong community connections and the exit strategies put in place for each young person as they end their 8-week programme. Y Llywodraeth Cymru