"It’s hard to stay motivated because you’re in the same space all the time"

We spoke to programme participant Paige (15) about the impact lockdown has had on her life, ranging from her productivity to wellbeing, to cancelled work experience opportunities.

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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.”

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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Daily Mirror features our Life in Lockdown conversations with young people

The Daily Mirror have featured our 'Life in Lockdown' conversations with young people to give a flavour of how they've been affected by lockdown and school closures.
"I felt like if I stayed in my room any longer I’d go through depression... I just felt alone”

Ashanti (17), one of the members of our London Youth Panel, speaks on how lockdown has affected her mental health, but also given her time to rethink her future and make some big decisions.
Life in lockdown survey

61% of young people are now more worried about their futures. See our full survey results on young people's experiences of lockdown, and their needs and concerns for going back to school.
“It’s more important than ever we offer support… even if that looks a little different right now”

Power2 frontline staff (Leah, Mark and Scarlett) reflect on their experiences of speaking to young people throughout lockdown and what they've observed and learned.
“I don’t really have a routine… I’m looking forward to going back to school”

Zoe and Carly (both 13) talk about the challenges they've faced during lockdown and how it has affected their emotional wellbeing.
"Schools are going to need extra mental health support for when we go back... that’s got to be a priority plan"

Kemoy Walker, the Year 9 Pastoral Manager at St Matthew’s RC High School, shares his thoughts and experiences about the mental health challenges for young people during lockdown.
“My sleeping pattern is messed up… It was better when I was in school”

Amy and Bethany (both 15) from our Young Leaders programme share their experiences of lockdown and school closure, and how it has impacted them.
'An Opportunity for Growth'

Will Cole, Head of Impact & Programme Development, shares what Power2 are doing in response to the unprecedented challenges posed by COVID-19 and why he expects us to emerge from this crisis stronger and better.