Great day at the office. Top class speaker, more young changemakers inspired to be the political change in our country in a pivotal year for getting involved ✨#getinvolved@UKPatchwork
Have you got five minutes? Make sure you're registered to vote, and that you've got a postal vote organised if it's tricky to get there in person on polling day.
Had an inspiring time assisting @UKPatchwork at this year's graduation. Reminded me of my own graduation. The insights I got into how to make change from within set the stage for my public service journey. Kudos to the team for empowering a new generation of change-makers 👏🏾
In an age of performative allyship we need to ask: “Have I made myself useful today?” Thank you George C. Wolfe for your astounding @RustinMovie, and
@amlameen@colmandomingo@CCHPounder and the rest of the cast for sharing your gifts with us. Time to get back to the daily work.
That’s a wrap! Food for thought on how climate, skills and tech will all shape the economy, business and wider government policy in the year ahead - @UKPatchwork will explore all this and more in our 2024 programmes connecting disadvantaged young people and politics. #CBI23
Packed conference hall to hear from Chancellor of the Exchequer @Jeremy_Hunt
on his reflections on the past year, future plans for the UK economy and the issues at play in this week’s Autumn Statement. #CBI23
Essential discussion on the race to Net Zero and how a General Election might play a part in the UK’s contribution from Professor @anushashah1 and her panel. #CBI23
Afternoon economics ahead of Wednesday’s Autumn Statement. All the big issues being covered by Louise Hellem, Mallika Ishwaran, @timleunig chaired by @lizzzburden. #CBI23
Refuelled by tea and great conversation, and ready to hear from @jreynoldsMP Shadow Secretary of State for Business and Trade on Labour’s plans for business and the economy.
@AnthropyUK Emerging Leaders panel on change making, optimism and how young innovators can feel agency to be part of the conversation. “Think like a system, act like an entrepreneur”. 💥
#CBI23
First reshuffle since I left the Civil Service feels different - no “day one” briefings to prepare! Well done to those working behind the scenes to smooth transitions.
If you’re wondering how it all works, look no further than the @instituteforgov’s infographics and commentary.
Patchwork has three distinct groups of people who give their time and expertise for free to make the organisation's work a success (and hold me to account!). We are grateful for all that our Trustees, Advisory Council and Alumni Leadership Council bring to our work.
It's #TrusteesWeek2023! We want to celebrate the Trustees who support Patchwork's vision, including our Patchwork Alumni who sit on the board - such as Makedah 💫 We also want to recognise our Patchworkers who #GetInvolved by becoming young trustees themselves - like Conor! 🌟
Great to sit down with @TamFinkelstein to discuss the opportunities @UKPatchwork provides to disadvantaged young people. We discussed what it means to have a sense of belonging in the workplace, and skills for the future. Thank you for your support!
Our 'High Fliers' cohort sat down with Steve Rotheram, @metromayorsteve Metro Mayor of Liverpool City Region this week! Chaired by Patchworker Samantha, we discussed devolution, digital transformation, and the impact young people can have on influencing politics #GetInvolved
Congratulations to all involved in #StillWeRoar at @wembleystadium last night. Brilliant retelling of the stories of the first black women to play for England, with performances from fantastic actors and excellent writing, AND a Q&A with the women themselves afterwards - amazing.
On Tuesday, we hosted a Masterclass for the 2023 cohort of @UKPatchwork, which supports young people from minority backgrounds in becoming actively involved in British democracy. Our Executive Chairman @c_lewington shared his career story and insights into the PR industry.