The Young Foundation

All change, please, all change?

12 May 2026 | Authors: Sue Griffiths,

Last week’s election results mark a big step towards ‘political pluralism’, says our CEO Dr Sue Griffiths, as she asks whether our democratic infrastructure is fit for the future.

‘Britain’s political volatility reflects the erosion of connection’

6 May 2026 | Authors: Jack Layton,

Ahead of this week’s local and devolved elections, Dr Jack Layton, asks what voting predictions say about the desire for community cohesion.

‘In the messy reality of the private sector, the new Renters’ Rights Act has potential to improve lives’

1 May 2026 | Authors: Jacob Coburn,

To realise the growth politicians keep promising, they need to start with something unglamorous but fundamental: secure, decent housing. By Policy and Knowledge Exchange Manager Jacob Coburn

‘Stop asking communities what they think – and start sharing power in policymaking’

27 April 2026 | Authors: Tania Carregha,

Senior Research Manager Tania Carregha says participatory policymaking could help us rebuild trust and shape a happier, fairer future for UK communities

‘Shifting power to communities is complex, nuanced – and hugely valuable’

24 April 2026 | Authors: Lily Owens-Crossman,

Senior Researcher Lily Owens-Crossman, shares some principles underpinning good community governance.

AI in the charity sector: ‘How organisations can be both people-powered and tech-enabled’

2 April 2026 | Authors: Sean Croghan, Jessica Moore,

AI is transforming the charity sector. How can organisations use technology effectively while keeping people and communities at the centre?

‘Violence against women and girls is preventable. We need to listen to survivors, build a coalition – and act now’

8 March 2026 | Authors: Sue Griffiths,

On International Women’s Day, our CEO, Dr Sue Griffiths, stresses the need to centre lived experience to prevent gender-based violence – and the evidence that shows change is possible

How can the UK adapt to multi-party politics? Lessons from Gorton and Denton

6 March 2026 | Authors: Sue Griffiths, Emily Morrison, Jessica Moore,

The Gorton and Denton by-election signals a shift towards multi-party politics in the UK. What does this mean for communities, democracy, and local government?

Reinventing democracy: partnerships, participation and power

2 March 2026 | Authors: Sue Griffiths,

Trust in political systems is declining, but democracy must evolve. Our new CEO, Dr Sue Griffiths, asks: What needs to change in the UK now?

‘Is community collaboration the antidote to social division?’

27 January 2026 | Authors: Leonie Taylor,

Our Senior Researcher, Leonie Taylor, says with shared power and collective problem-solving, Britain’s best days are yet to come.