Invest in youth spaces

We believe that if we invest in physical spaces - assets - that can be shaped, led and eventually owned by young people and their communities, they will have greater access to the resources they need to power positive change.
In each of our three places, we want to work alongside young people to build, or develop, or resource physical buildings that serve as a dedicated hub for young changemakers.

These will be places where young people can dream together, build together, and lead lasting change in their communities and beyond. Over time, these buildings will become community-owned and community-led, remaining local assets for generations to come.

The work will follow the principles of Community Wealth Building, as described below - for more information about CWB and how it's driven our plans see here.  

In London, we're developing an exciting partnership with Barking & Dagenham Giving and Good Ancestor Movement to develop a creative hub in Barking. More here. 

Key principles of Community Wealth Building

Fostering local, socially-oriented enterprises – such as worker co-operatives, community land trusts, and municipal enterprises – rather than relying on external corporations. 

Increasing the flow of investment within local economies by supporting local financial institutions such as credit unions and community banks to recirculate wealth. 

Using large local employers ("anchor institutions") to provide decent, living-wage jobs, improve worker welfare, and create opportunities for local residents. 

Utilising the purchasing power of anchor institutions (like councils, universities and hospitals) to build local supply chains – keeping spending within the local economy. 

Managing land and property assets to maximise social and economic value for local communities, rather than solely for speculative financial gain.