We tackle the issues people tell us they care about
Delivering programmes across three areas: improving our prospects; strengthening UK places; and supporting a greener, healthier planet
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We drive a fairer future through collaboration between communities, businesses and policymakers.
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We support policy change, action and local participation for a socially just transition to net zero.
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We work in UK places, bringing people, businesses and influencers together for locally-led social, civic and political change.
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‘Preparing for disaster is not a solo sport’
After a childhood fearing nuclear war and early adult years as a ‘city prepper’, our CEO now calls for ‘whole society’ preparedness and greater recognition of community responders.
Report calls for a ‘whole society’ approach to crisis planning
Our CEO says ‘neighbours are more supportive than government’ when crisis hits.
Community, not catastrophe
When disaster strikes, local people and communities step up. This report calls for them to be recognised as part of our Critical National Infrastructure in times of crisis.
Peer Action Collective
Peer Action Collective programme tackles the root causes of youth violence in communities across the UK.
The Young Foundation presents: Pass the Mic
For too long, young people haven’t had a say in their place, planet, or future prospect. Our social media campaign #PassTheMic amplifies the voices of the future.
Joining up for a sustainable future
Partner organisations host launch of new research centre for Joined Up Sustainability Transformations in the North of England
‘Tenacity and environmental justice: my childhood in Toxic Town’
Our Senior Researcher Leonie Taylor shares her memories growing up in Corby – a place currently dramatised in a Netflix miniseries – says a ‘just transition’ belongs to the people.
What does ‘good’ university collaboration look like?
We are gathering evidence of what’s working when universities in England engage with with students and local communities, or on civic climate education.