Our place-based programmes

Community participation in local change

Thought leadership

Social change

Dear Future MPs, We’re Right Here

Watch the We’re Right Here campaign video, where community leaders Andy, Hannah and Josiah hit the streets to tell a different story about leadership, representation and power this general election season.

‘A community space, a pub, and better lighting in public spaces’

‘A community space, a pub, and better lighting in public spaces’

What do communities need? Leonie Taylor reflects on the realities of engaging local people in planning strategies and highlights the importance of peer research as a driver for change.

‘A conversation not a concept’  

‘A conversation not a concept’  

Siân Whyte shares three ways to ensure the 15-minute neighbourhood concept is location-specific, and works for both residents and councils.

Our spokespeople

Our vision for change

The Power of Participation: our vision 2024-28

The Power of Participation: our vision 2024-28

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.

Rewriting the rulebook

Rewriting the rulebook

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