Success stories

"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

"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

“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

“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

"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

"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

"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

“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

“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

"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

"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

"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

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"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.
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