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  • “I used to have big outbursts of anger... Now I’m getting better grades, I’m behaving better at home and at school; I’m just a nicer person to be around.”

    “I used to have big outbursts of anger... Now I’m getting better grades, I’m behaving better at home and at school; I’m just a nicer person to be around.”

    Kacper, 14, Teens and Toddlers graduate, London. Read more

  • "I think it’s important to give kids something to look up to. If I’m doing something wrong they’re going to copy, which I don’t want to do."

    "I think it’s important to give kids something to look up to. If I’m doing something wrong they’re going to copy, which I don’t want to do."

    Mark, 13, Teens and Toddlers graduate, London. Read more

  • “I used to have big outbursts of anger... Now I’m getting better grades, I’m behaving better at home and at school; I’m just a nicer person to be around.”
  • "I think it’s important to give kids something to look up to. If I’m doing something wrong they’re going to copy, which I don’t want to do."
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“I was provided a space where I could be myself and grow as a young person into the strong ambitious woman I am today.”

“I was provided a space where I could be myself and grow as a young person into the strong ambitious woman I am today.”

Lucy participated in our Teens and Toddlers programme and over a decade later she rejoined Power2 on a 5-month university student placement. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2023

Author: Danielle Garwood

"I’m ambitious for the future."

Hamza graduated from our Teens and Toddlers programme a few years ago. He caught up with his old Power2 Programme Lead about the impact the experience had on his mental wellbeing and how it helped him secure his future career. Read more

Published: 2nd December, 2022

Author: Danielle Garwood

"Lucy is a leader amongst her peers now, and she interacts with them without needing any support."

Lucy, 13, has grown in confidence and is attending school regularly after being supported by Power2. Read more

Published: 22nd November, 2022

Updated: 7th December, 2022

Author: Danielle Garwood

"I’m more open now. I used to be more of a closed book, I never used to share anything really. I’m proud because my behaviour is better."

Luca, 12, Power2 Rediscover Graduate, Lambeth. Read more

Published: 14th June, 2022

Updated: 7th December, 2022

Author: Danielle Garwood

"The school has also noticed a huge positive difference in Nabeelah's confidence and self-esteem."

Power2 Programme Lead Suzi reflects on Nabeelah's anxiety during lockdown, and how Power2 Rediscover helped her. Read more

Published: 13th December, 2021

Updated: 14th June, 2022

Author: Tristan Marris

“I am so glad I did this programme - it helped me learn about how to turn my weaknesses into strengths. It was like something was missing for me and then it was like – click – there it is.”

“I am so glad I did this programme - it helped me learn about how to turn my weaknesses into strengths. It was like something was missing for me and then it was like – click – there it is.”

Hira (18) was struggling to maintain a routine during lockdown, meaning her wellbeing was losing out. Now, having completed Power2's coronavirus response programme, Power2 Rediscover, her confidence and communication skills are better than ever! Read more

Published: 28th June, 2021

Updated: 2nd July, 2021

Author: Tristan Marris

“I’m so grateful to be given the chance to make a difference to all the young people like me in Greater Manchester.

“I’m so grateful to be given the chance to make a difference to all the young people like me in Greater Manchester."

In the last year, despite everything that's been happening, Hafsah (15), has amazed everyone at Power2 with what she has achieved. She embodies exactly we're trying to do, from engaging in youth social action, to making marginalised voices heard and giving back to her community. A true 'advocate for young women everywhere.' Read more

Published: 30th November, 2020

Updated: 28th June, 2021

Author: Harry Latter

"My confidence levels have risen. I’ve got better at speaking in lessons and I'm taking part more, so it’s like boosted me in a lot of ways."

Lewis, 15, Teens and Toddlers Graduate, London. Read more

Published: 25th September, 2020

Author: Harry Latter

"I'm very proud of what I've achieved on the programme and I think it's made me better as a person."

Courtney, 14, Teens and Toddlers graduate, Bury. Read more

Published: 18th December, 2019

Updated: 25th September, 2020

Author: Anja McLean

"In school I have changed because it's been a while since I was sent to isolation or had a negative phone call home and my mum's noticed that as well."

A Teens and Toddlers group from Hackney were featured on BBC1 during Red Nose Day 2019. Read more

Published: 10th September, 2019

Updated: 28th November, 2019

Author: Anonymised User

“Clare came to us in a managed move. On her first day she was in a bad mood and had a go at the vice principal. She’d made a bad impression, and from then on she was anxious about earning a permanent place at our school.

“Clare came to us in a managed move. On her first day she was in a bad mood and had a go at the vice principal. She’d made a bad impression, and from then on she was anxious about earning a permanent place at our school."

Clare, 14, Teens and Toddlers graduate, Manchester. Read more

Published: 28th May, 2019

Updated: 25th September, 2020

Author: Anonymised User

“I used to have big outbursts of anger... Now I’m getting better grades, I’m behaving better at home and at school; I’m just a nicer person to be around.”

“I used to have big outbursts of anger... Now I’m getting better grades, I’m behaving better at home and at school; I’m just a nicer person to be around.”

Kacper, 14, Teens and Toddlers graduate, London. Read more

Published: 6th May, 2019

Updated: 29th November, 2022

Author: Anonymised User

"When I started Young Leaders I was timid and shy. I can walk into a room now, confident that I can meet new people."

Austen, 14, Teens and Toddlers graduate and Young Leaders member, London. Read more

Published: 5th May, 2019

Updated: 15th July, 2020

Author: Anonymised User

"I used to go to high school in North London and my attendance was really low...Things changed after Teens and Toddlers."

Aisha, 16, Teens and Toddlers graduate, London. Read more

Published: 3rd March, 2017

Updated: 15th January, 2020

Author: Anonymised User

"I think it’s important to give kids something to look up to. If I’m doing something wrong they’re going to copy, which I don’t want to do."

Mark, 13, Teens and Toddlers graduate, London. Read more

Published: 3rd March, 2017

Updated: 28th November, 2019

Author: Anonymised User

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  • "It’s an honour to oversee such an important charity and the work it does so that a lot more people can benefit from Power2’s support in the way that I have."

    Amira participated in the Teens and Toddlers programme in 2011 and has stayed in touch with Power2 ever since. We caught up with Amira to talk about her entire journey with Power2 and the reflections she’s had since completing the programme in 2011.

  • “I was provided a space where I could be myself and grow as a young person into the strong ambitious woman I am today.”

    “I was provided a space where I could be myself and grow as a young person into the strong ambitious woman I am today.”

    Lucy participated in our Teens and Toddlers programme and over a decade later she rejoined Power2 on a 5-month university student placement.

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    Teens and Toddlers

    Find out more about Power2's Teens and Toddlers programme where young people mentor nursery aged children.

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    Power2 is a leading youth development charity. We believe there is no greater cost to society than unfulfilled potential. Help us give young people the power to build a better future.

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    Power2 Rediscover

    Power2 Rediscover is a new programme that has been developed directly in response to the COVID-19 crisis, offering intensive 1-1 to support to young people who need it most, to support positive transitions back into education.

  • Where we Deliver

    Where we Deliver

    Power2 delivers youth programmes primarily in London, the North West and the Midlands.

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    Our History

    Our origins, our founding in 2001 and where we are today.

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  • We're hiring North West Programme Leads!

    We're hiring North West Programme Leads!

    We are looking for new Programme Leads in the North West! Apply today to join Power2, a leading youth development charity that works with young people to unleash their full potential.

  • Why we're different

    Why we're different

    Power2 is a unique organisation that supports young people, building care, compassion and a sense of responsibility that underpins affirmative decision making.

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