Djibril: A Kick Off for Connections
Djibril founded Universal Language - “I Speak Football”, an idea coming from his own experience of arriving in the UK with English as a second language. He built the project to offer that same pathway to others. The idea is to help young migrants and refugees improve their English through football sessions that incorporate language classes, mentoring, and advisory support.
Malakai: Swimming to Success
Malakai started swimming from a young age and was motivated to raise awareness of the lack of swimming skills in the Black community, whilst increasing awareness about water safety and swimming as a lifesaving skill. He has since become a qualified swimming teacher through the Swimming Teachers' Association.
Yulu: Making Change for the Environment
Yulu’s desire for environmental and social justice manifested into Eco-Kids, a series of workshops to educate young people about the climate crisis through being environmental stewards.
Henrietta: Amplifying Voices of Care-experienced Young People
Henrietta amplifies the voices of care-experienced young people on stages across the UK and beyond. Henri is now a Trustee for The Agency of Change, helping to drive the vision of this movement.
Samuel: Creating a Platform for Young People
Samuel joined The Agency when he was 15. Samuel and Andrew created Amplify, a project comprising workshops and recording sessions, culminating in the production of an EP. Through The Agency, Samuel honed his organisational skills, and he is now the CEO of Young Manchester.
Osmond: Navigating Life Choices through Board Game
Osmond designed Life Is What U Make It, a board game helping young people navigate real-life choices. His work won The National Lottery’s Young Hero of the Year Award.
Farhad: Mentoring Young People at Risk
Once at risk of exclusion, Farhad created Potential MCR, now mentoring young people across the city. The project was awarded the Big Education Challenge and the Bright Future Prize. Farhad is now an Agency Correspondent and a Steering Group member for The Agency of Change.