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Become a Changemaker with spiral

A paid pathway for young leaders to train, deliver, and launch projects that make a real difference.

Welcome to the Changemakers Programme

The Changemakers Programme is designed for young people who want to do more than dream about change — they want to make it happen.

Over the course of a year, participants will:

  • Do the work: gain paid experience as professional youth workers, facilitators, and community leaders.

  • Shape the system: learn to advocate, campaign, and influence decision-makers across Lambeth and beyond.

  • Sustain themselves: develop viable career pathways, from launching social enterprises to progressing in schools, charities, or policy roles.

Our goal is simple: to empower the next generation of Lambeth leaders with the skills, confidence, and networks to drive real impact — in their communities and in their own lives.

By the end of the programme, you’ll leave financially self-sustaining, equipped with tangible offers such as consultancy packages, sustained roles, or funded ventures.

All training, delivery, and facilitation is paid at London Living Wage (LLW)

Participants are contracted and paid for their time, with clear expectations and professional standards

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WHO IS IT FOR?

Young people from Lambeth who care about their community and want to create change

People at the start of their career or finishing college/sixth form, looking for paid opportunities to grow

Aspiring youth workers, community organisers, campaigners, or entrepreneurs who want to turn passion into a profession

Self-motivated individuals ready to commit time and energy to develop themselves and their community

why get involved?

Step into a journey where your voice matters, your ideas become action, and your growth is supported every step of the way.

Tools to turn passion into action

  • Train with expert organisations in youth work, conflict resolution, trauma-informed practice, and advocacy

  • Get professional headshots, brand support, and guidance on building your profile

  • Take part in paid delivery in schools and community programmes

Lead projects. Build networks. Create change

  • Design and launch your own social project, campaign, or enterprise

  • Join a network of inspiring peers, mentors, and partners across Lambeth

  • Build transferable skills for any career: communication, leadership, and project delivery

🚀 What you’ll get out of it 🚀

Become a skilled youth practitioner ready to lead in your community

  1. Choose your pathway:

    • Social Entrepreneur – launch a charity or social enterprise

    • Expert Practitioner – progress in charity, council, or school roles

    • Campaigner/Policy Influencer – shape policy and run campaigns

  2. Gain qualifications and hands-on experience in the third sector and beyond

  3. Develop consultancy packages or ventures for long-term income and security

  4. Leave with the skills, networks, and credibility to succeed

📅 What’s the commitment?⚡

  • Monthly evening training (17:30–20:00, soft arrival from 17:00)

  • Holiday intensives in October half-term, Spring, Summer, and Easter

  • 3-day Intro Training in Oct/Nov or early Jan

  • Paid delivery in schools and community projects

  • Team-building & culture: socials, celebrations, and an early Spring residential

  • Signing a clear contract and meeting professional expectations

Programme outline

From building strong foundations to shaping policy and enterprise, this programme takes you on a journey from fundamentals to influence, giving you the skills, confidence, and networks to drive real change in your community.

  • The first quarter begins with a kick-off social, a youth work practice bootcamp, and professional headshots with brand-building basics.

  • In the second quarter, you’ll dive into conflict resolution, trauma-informed practice, CBT skills, regular supervision, and social prescribing.

  • In the third quarter, you’ll focus on advocacy and campaigning, financial management, enterprise planning, and using AI for income.

  • In the final quarter, you’ll run social enterprise pilots, engage with policy, deepen your advocacy skills, and take part in media training.

THE IMPACT YOU’LL MAKE

Support hundreds of local young people through school and community delivery

  1. Reduce conflict, improve wellbeing, and increase opportunities for young people in Lambeth

  2. Lead visible social projects and campaigns that give young people a stronger voice

  3. Influence policy, practice, and investment by bringing lived experience to the table

  4. Contribute to a growing network of young leaders reshaping their communities

  • No, we’re looking for motivation, reliability, and commitment to your community.

  • Yes, sessions are in evenings/holidays, with paid delivery blocks scheduled in advance.

  • You’ll be contracted to support real sessions in schools and community settings at LLW.

  • Partners include LEAP Confronting Conflict, Power The Fight, Advocacy Academy, Dr Karla/LIIA, YCUK, Business Launchpad, NatWest/MyBnk, Kheron Gilpin/Progress Today, and more.

FAQ SECTION

How to apply

Eligibility: South London-based, 16–25, ready to commit to training and delivery.
Access: We welcome disabled and neurodivergent applicants; let us know what you need to take part.
Apply: Complete the short form and share a brief statement (or 60–90s video) on why you want to be a Changemaker.
Selection: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an informal group session.

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