Our people
Al Mathers
Having previously been Director of Research and Learning at the RSA, and Head of Research at Good Things Foundation, Al is passionate about The Young Foundation’s commitment to realising a fairer future with communities, and supporting evidence-driven social change.
Vidhya Alakeson
Director of External Relations, Keir Starmer's office, Leader of the Opposition
Vidhya Alakeson is the Director of External Relations for Keir Starmer, Leader of the Opposition. She was previously Chief Executive of Power to Change, an independent trust established to support and grow community-led businesses across England.
Will Tanner
Founding Director, Onward
Will Tanner is the founding director of the campaigning thinktank Onward. He previously advised Theresa May (2013 to 2017), was a special adviser in the Home Office, and deputy head of policy in 10 Downing Street. He has worked for communications firm, Portland, and for the independent thinktank, Reform.