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Corporate partners

SOHK is proud to work with a dedicated group of corporate partners who support SOHK’s mission through fundraising, business development, and impactful collaboration. 

Partnering with social inclusion and education charity SOHK offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference to young people across the whole of the UK while aligning your brand with our values. If you’re interested in becoming a corporate partner and making a positive impact together, please reach out to us today.


Let's level the playing field by working together!


SOHK Corporate Partners

With your essential support, we are changing the lives of young people throughout the UK.

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Published: 15th May, 2018

Updated: 15th January, 2026

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    Wednesday 13th May saw more than 275 of our young SOHK participants at Broadwood Stadium in literal rain, hail and shine for our 4th annual SOHK Scotland Rugby Festival.

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  • About Us

    About Us

    SOHK's mission is to empower children to realise their full potential. We envision is a society where every young person has an equal opportunity to succeed.

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    SOHK Schools Programme

    The SOHK Schools Programme combines rugby sessions, 1-2-1 mentoring, and group discussions delivered by a consistent team of experts dedicated to supporting a young person's growth and potential.

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    Ken Cowen - Founder & CEO

  • Our History

    Our History

    School Of Hard Knocks (SOHK) was set up by Ken Cowen in 2009 and established as a not-for-profit organisation in 2012. Initially set up to help individuals find and sustain employment, SOHK has developed significantly over the years in order to adapt to society's ever-changing landscape.

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    Become a regular giver

    Become a Friend of SOHK and help change lives for the better. We support empower vulnerable children so they can create a positive future, but we need your support. Please donate just £3 per month and help us change the game.

  • Donate today

    Donate today

    SOHK delivers life-changing schools programmes for secondary school-age young people across the UK. By fostering an environment of genuine acceptance, and physical activity, group and one-to-one support sessions, SOHK enables participants to find meaning and purpose in life. As a charity, we depend on generous donations to support our mission and extend our reach to young people whose lives can be transformed by our programmes.

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    Our Psychology

    All of School Of Hard Knocks (SOHK) activities are underpinned by 'the 3Cs'. This framework was originally developed by Dr. Chris Harwood and Dr. Karl Steptoe as a coaching methodology for youth football that incorporated life skills development. Over the years, School Of Hard Knocks has drawn on this evidence-based practice and applied it to SOHK Programmes. The 3Cs seek to improve an individual's confidence, control, and connection.

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