“Seeing the children understand and respond because of my support made me feel more confident in myself.” – Aleesha, 18 (2022 graduate)
Watch the video to hear more about Aleesha’s story: youtube.com/shorts/h14iO...
Read her full story: www.power2.org/stories/alee...
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We spoke to Kieron Burke, Assistant Headteacher at Little Ilford School about the benefits of our group and one-to-one programmes.
He said, “Being able to join a Power2 programme during the school day ensures our students can access valuable opportunities."
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At our anniversary event in February, we spoke to Rob Powell, long term supporter of Power2, about the impact of our work on children and young people over the last 25 years.
Watch the video below to hear Rob’s reflections 👇
Many of the children and young people we support struggle with low confidence.
We’re proud that 88% of the young people we support improve their self-confidence after participating on one of our programmes.
If you'd like a Power2 programme at your school, contact us at schools@power2.org.
Young people are at the heart of everything we do.
At Power2, we’re working towards a world where every child and young person feels happy, supported, trusted and included.
Swipe across to see our vision 👉
Read our latest impact report: www.power2.org/what-we-do/o...
"Without these experiences, I wouldn’t be where I am today." - Rahul, 23 (2015 graduate)
Watch Rahul tell his story: youtube.com/shorts/5LppO...
Read the full story in our impact report (pages 18 and 19): www.power2.org/what-we-do/o...
📢New job opportunity!
We’re currently looking for Programme Leads in the North West!
For more information and to apply: www.power2.org/vacancies/pr...
85% of the young people we support improved their wellbeing after participating on a Power2 programme.
Find out more: www.power2.org/what-we-do/o...
Explore our programmes: www.power2.org/our-programm...
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Young people don’t need fixing. They need space to grow, someone to believe in them and the chance to see what they’re made of.
Our programmes create supportive environments where they can do just that.
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We’re delighted to share that we’ve won a High Sheriff Award! 🎉
It was lovely to celebrate last Friday at the awards evening at Manchester Youth Zone alongside the young people we support.
A special thank you to the High Sheriff of Greater Manchester, Martin Ainscough, for recognising our work.
These are 25 defining moments from the past 25 years that have guided our work and the way we show up for children and young people 🌟
Discover more about our work with children and young people: www.power2.org/what-we-do/o...
“Teens and Toddlers showed me that there are so many opportunities you can go after in the world." – Blessing, 20 (2018 graduate)
Watch Blessing tell her story: www.youtube.com/watch?v=zidY...
Read her full story in our new impact report (see pages 16-17): www.power2.org/what-we-do/o...
Your commitment has opened doors for young people and made a lasting difference to their lives. We’re incredibly proud of the children and young people we work with and of everything they go on to achieve.
Find out more in our new impact report: www.power2.org/what-we-do/o...
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Last week we came together to celebrate 25 years of supporting children and young people to build happy and fulfilling lives 🎉
To everyone who joined us on the night - and to everyone who has supported our work over the years - thank you.
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Today we launch our new impact report covering the 25 years since Power2 was first established as a charity.
Read the full report: www.power2.org/impact-report
On #CareDay, we stand with care-experienced young people and their right to a bright, fulfilling future.
Through our work at Power2, we support young people to strengthen their wellbeing and reconnect with the opportunities that they deserve, regardless of their background or challenges.
“I cannot thank you enough. She has loved every minute, and after a horrible last year, it’s really helped her.” – Parent of a young person on Power2 Thrive
Feedback like this makes us even more inspired to support children and young people to overcome obstacles and be successful in their lives.
At the heart of our Teens and Toddlers programme are mutually beneficial relationships that support the wellbeing of both a young person and the toddler they mentor.
Read Alex and Payton's story: www.power2.org/stories/alex...
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
73% of the young people we support improved their school engagement after participating on one of our programmes.
At Power2, we’re committed to helping young people re-engage with education, so they feel happier and more optimistic about their future.
www.power2.org/our-programm...
If this feels like a cause you’d love to champion, we want to hear from you!
Simply contact us at fundraising@power2.org.
#FundraisingWeek
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Did you get a place in this year’s London Marathon? Would you like to run for an important cause?
Run for Power2 and support children and young people’s wellbeing. Your fundraising will help young people rediscover the joy of learning and create bright opportunities for their future.
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Are you an experienced Trusts and Foundations fundraiser? Come and join our team!
As Senior Trusts and Foundations Manager, you’ll lead on fundraising and be responsible for relationships, applications and reporting to major Trust and Foundation funders.
To apply: www.power2.org/vacancies/se...
Daniel went from feeling completely alone to finding the confidence to embrace new opportunities and friendships.
Listen to Daniel tell his story in his own words in the video below.
Read Daniel’s full story: www.power2.org/daniel-story
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Daniel’s Power2 Rediscover Programme Lead met with him every week and helped him to navigate the bullying he was experiencing through one-to-one sessions.
Together they created a personal development plan with steps he could take to build his self-esteem.
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At our 2024 North West graduation ceremony, Daniel, 14, gave an emotional speech about how his life changed when he moved from the United Arab Emirates to the UK.
When Daniel started school, the other young people in his year picked on him.
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We’re looking for Freelance Programme Facilitators in Staffordshire!
In this role, you’ll work as a mentor empowering young people to develop self-esteem, become resilient and engage with school and their own future.
To apply: www.power2.org/vacancies/fr...
Would you like a Power2 programme at your school?
Get in touch at schools@power2.org
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Mentoring transforms the way children and young people learn, grow and develop.
In this video, Jack Walker-Lewis, Assistant Principal at Oasis Academy Limeside, tells us how the young children at his primary school benefit from the Teens and Toddlers programme.
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Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with their wellbeing?
Join us as a Programme Lead in London!
Work will include 1:1 support and delivery of Power2’s group programmes.
To apply: www.power2.org/vacancies/pr...