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This pack of learning materials was developed in the United Kingdom (UK) and is intended for groups, organisations and colleges working with people who are unemployed, employed part time or casually, or who have been at home for a long period of time. The pack can be used in a variety of learning situations, whether individually at home or in self-organised groups, and offers interactive material for classroom-based activities and discussions. The course content aims to facilitate an understanding of the major restructuring and future directions of work and thus enable people to reconsider their relationship with employment. The main focus of the content is on the various aspects of unemployment and changing labour markets and strategies for people to individually and collectively use their creativity and social involvement. Chapters one and two describe local and global changes and highlight topical issues. Chapters three and four aim to facilitate the development of skills and confidence so that people can challenge the effects of unemployment and community decline. Chapters five and six address cultural exclusion and provide literature and activities designed to promote an awareness of cultural identity and cultural differences. The final chapter examines various ways for individuals, groups and organisations to challenge unemployment and exclusion and participate in debates about unemployment.