The change we seek
All young people, regardless of race, faith, gender or other intersecting identities should have equal access to opportunities, meaningful participation and fair attainment.
Safety and autonomy
Ensuring young women and girls live free from violence, abuse and coercion, empowered to make their own choices and live safely.
Cultural respect
Encouraging diverse communities to live alongside each other within a culture of mutual understanding and respect.
From input to impact
1. Reaching vulnerable young people
Inputs
Specialised mentors and resources
Utilising trained project leaders, peer mentors and co-created resources designed specifically to engage schools and teachers.
Activities
Targeted engagement activities
Delivery of Project Fearless and outreach workshops. One to one mentoring and creative film-making sessions to build connection.
Impact
Equal access and reduced risk
Long-term reduction in exposure to violence and harmful practices. Ensuring vulnerable young people have a fair path to attainment.
2. Influencing change
Inputs
Platforms for advocacy
Providing access to high-profile platforms and communication support to help young people reach decision-makers.
Activities
Youth-led campaigns
Young people lead creative media projects and research topics to advocate for themselves. Speaking opportunities at high-profile events.
Impact
Curricular and policy
Transformation changes in school curriculum to reflect diverse histories and the formal integration of young peoples’ recommendations into policy.
3. Increasing leadership opportunities
Inputs
Co-created training fameworks
Development of training materials for professionals, co-designed by young people to ensure relevance.
Activities
Leadership pathways
Establishing youth boards, junior trustees and training sessions in media, campaigning and public speaking.
Impact
Community-wide influence
Young leaders successfully drive the change they want to see, exerting measurable influence within their own communities.
4. Raising aspiration and attainment
Inputs
Partnerships
Strategic engagement with schools and organisations to support development opportunities for young people.
Activities
Employability and creative support
Providing work experience, creative workshops and reflective practice through journaling and case studies.
Impact
Closing the attainment gap
Increased educational attainment and aspiration among marginalised young people.
5. Promoting community cohesion
Inputs
Youth steering groups
Mobilising the Integrate young people steering group to ensure clear communication and community buy-in.
Activities
Intercultural interaction
Changes in community attitudes leading to increased social and community cohesion.
Impact
Systemic social cohesion
Measurable reduction in community racism and violence, paired with a greater public understanding of diverse issues.
Find out more
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