Building pathways for better prospects

Greater community power and local participation in social, civic, and political change drives a fairer future, particularly when amplifying ‘less heard’ voices and supporting young people.

Communities across the UK are grappling with multiple and sometimes complex challenges, impacting their future prospects and ability to thrive. Greater community participation in the decisions that influence how people connect, live, work and play is a critical part of driving meaningful change and making progress towards a fairer future, particularly when supporting and amplifying ‘less heard’ voices and supporting the next generation of leaders and change makers.

Daniel Farag - Director of Innovation and Practice, The Young Foundation

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The Power of Participation: our vision 2024-28

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30 November 2023

Embracing the spirit of our founder, Michael Young, our five-year strategy, The Power of Participation, shares our vision to redesign the social contract between people, communities, state and business and shape a fairer, greener future.

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9 July 2024

This policy brief outlines The Young Foundation’s vision for enhancing social participation in mission-based government.

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