Big Change

We find, support, and connect an intergenerational community of changemakers rethinking and reshaping the systems around young people. ✨

[Big Change @bigchange_]

🌱 To mark #InternationalDayofPlay, Christian Bunting, Director of @50TTDBradford, explores what play truly means for young children today, what barriers are standing in the way, and why he's backing a National Play Strategy.

Read his blog 👇🏼
https://t.co/BwIS8MEAjb

[Big Change @bigchange_]

✨ Still buzzing after a powerful day of co‑working and connection with our brilliant community of changemakers! We came together to explore how organisations are embedding intergenerational collaboration and youth engagement in meaningful ways.

#BigChangeCommunity

[Big Change @bigchange_]

More power to you, Aliyah! 👏🏼

This week, we had the chance to hear from inspiring young volunteers at CanTeam, like Aliyah, who are helping transform school canteens into community hubs.

Read the latest blog by CanTeam founder, @JonHarperFF

👉🏼 https://t.co/1NGn5qyHuA

[Big Change @bigchange_]

Hear from the brilliant @MsIbegbuna on the importance of agency in young people and the barriers that often stand in their way. Ruth is the founder and CEO of our partner, @RekindleSchool, which empowers young critical thinkers from working-class communities.

#youngpeople

[The Foundation for Education Development @Fededucation]

Today is #PowerOfYouth Day — celebrating youth social action across the UK with @iwill_campaign 🙌

Our learners aren't just consulted — they lead, shape & challenge our thinking.

👀 Meet our co-chairs & stay tuned for our 5th Annual Report dropping June 19. #WeSeeYourPower

[Big Change @bigchange_]

This #VolunteersWeek, we're celebrating @JonHarperFF and CanTeam, which is transforming school canteens into vibrant community hubs!

In our latest blog, Jonathan shares how volunteering is sparking confidence, leadership and connection in young people.

👉🏼https://t.co/1NGn5qyHuA

[Big Change @bigchange_]

Hear from @RebeccaWinthrop and @jwestanderson, authors of The Disengaged Teen, as they share a message for parents, teachers, and all those working with #children and #youngpeople on how to help cultivate their agency.🌱

Get your copy of the book
👉🏽 https://t.co/CCDQV4kocP

[Big Change @bigchange_]

We’re thrilled to welcome Kavya Menon to Big Change as our Senior Development Manager! She brings deep experience across policy, partnerships, and social impact and will grow and nurture relationships across our network of partners and donors.

#BigChanger

[Big Change @bigchange_]

We were honoured to join the launch of The Disengaged Teen, a new book by Jenny Anderson and Rebecca Winthrop at the House of Lords. The book is a timely and essential guide for parents and educators on how to support and empower young people to thrive through uncertainty.

[Big Change @bigchange_]

Leadership for a Thriving Future explores a different kind of #leadership, one that can help all young people thrive. It’s shaped by 8 incredible partners and over 30 changemakers worldwide, including Lilitha B. of YouthxYouth.

Read the full story.
🔗https://t.co/62qDtiMzgN

[Big Change @bigchange_]

Young people shouldn't have to face grief alone. Our partners The Firefly Project are making sure they don't have to.🌱

This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, we’re proud to share how they're building grief-aware communities with young people.

🔗https://t.co/blrZBiikO7

[Big Change @bigchange_]

✨Join our online discussion next week as we explore from insights from our report and reflect on how we can use our leadership to build a future where all young people can thrive.

🗓️ Tuesday, 13th May
🕰️ 15:30–16:45 UK time

Sign up here:
https://t.co/7zX1LkJRO9

[Big Change @bigchange_]

⭐ Leadership for a Thriving Future, our new research featuring insights from changemakers like Ed Fidoe, explores the kind of leadership we need for the future we want for all young people.

Read the full report
👉 https://t.co/MraQk8jGXn

#LeadershipForChange

[Big Change @bigchange_]

What does #leadership really look like when changemakers lead with heart, vision, and unity? Let’s explore together at our upcoming collaborative webinar.

🗓️Tuesday, 13th May
⏲️15:30–16:45 UK time

Sign up and share with your networks!
🔗https://t.co/7zX1LkKpDH

[The Young Foundation @the_young_fdn]

Great to see this report published👏 Our Innovation Director @Dan_Farag says: “It’s been inspiring to collaborate with @bigchange_ and global changemakers, exploring how leadership can support young people to thrive." Read more👇 1/2

[Big Change @bigchange_]

We’re excited to launch our new #leadership insight report! 💛

Shaped by 30 global leaders and 8 brilliant partners, it explores the leadership we need for a future where all young people thrive.

Join us in celebrating #LeadershipForChange.
🔗 https://t.co/MraQk8jGXn

[Big Change @bigchange_]

@pcwilliams @mission44 @Stemettes @benedetti_fdtn 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

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🛎️ Do you have a vision for an #education system that's for everyone? Help shape @RekindleFound's research and be a part of the solution!

👉🏽 https://t.co/J1DIdGFP5h

[The Rekindle Foundation @RekindleFound]

📣 1 week left to contribute to research and help us build a more inclusive future for education!

🔗Fill out our passionate Youth Researcher's questionnaires at: https://t.co/NuzGoWeO3E to play a vital role in shaping this research and the future of education.

[Big Change @bigchange_]

🐛 In 2010, our founders ran the #LondonMarathon as a giant human caterpillar!

They were among 34 friends tied together, planting the seed for Big Change. 15 years on, that caterpillar has transformed into a movement to create a future where all young people can thrive.

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That’s why we’re calling for more intergenerational collaboration, where leadership isn’t defined by age, but by a shared commitment to rethink and reshape systems to ensure all young people can thrive. 🤝

Here's what it can look like ⤵️
📖https://t.co/1zvzUXqoxf

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[Big Change @bigchange_]

On #GlobalIntergenerationalWeek, we spotlight the power of generations coming together to drive change. At Big Change, we believe that lasting change for young people can’t be done without them. Too often, young voices are left out of decisions that shape their lives.

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