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👉 Start here: How to take part in Power of Youth Day 

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👉 Start here: How to take part in Power of Youth Day 

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Theme: Common Ground

Taking part is easy - here’s how 👇

1. Share your Common Ground story

Use one of the Common Ground frames to share a photo or short video that shows what Common Ground looks like for you and the young people you work with:

Photo frame - great for photos or still moments

Reel frame - designed for short videos and Reels

Add a short caption or story in your own words.

2. Post on your channels

Share your post using #CommonGround and #PowerOfYouthDay (and don’t forget to tag us! @iWill_Movement).

3. See it live on this board

In the lead‑up to and on the day, we’ll be sharing posts from across the #iWill Movement here - creating a live gallery of Common Ground stories as they happen

4. Sign the Charter

Show your organisation’s support by signing the Power of Youth Charter.

On this board you'll find the comms pack, photo frame, example videos and the Charter link.

Explore, get inspired, and join in 💚

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Add your organisation’s name to the Power of Youth Charter and show your commitment to putting young people at the centre.

👉 Sign the Charter

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A quick look at how the Common Ground frame can be used with different types of content.

GET THE TEMPLATE HERE

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A customisable photo frame for sharing your Common Ground story - drop in a photo, add a short story, and share using

#CommonGround #PowerOfYouthDay.

👉 View and download the Common Ground photo frame

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If you'd like to find out more and get involved check out the Common Ground Comms pack here

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molly-rose🌀 on Instagram: "As humans we share 99% of the same DNA — so why is hatred and division being deliberately manufactured between us?

🔴 Over 115,000 hate crimes recorded in England and Wales in the last year alone 
🔴 71% were racially motivated — with racially aggravated harassment up 21% 
🔴 Hope Not Hate tracked 251 anti-migrant protests across 77 locations in 2025

This hatred isn’t spontaneous. It’s being manufactured. 

And 42% of people in the UK still believe multiculturalism undermines British culture (@hopenothate , 2025).

One potential antidote? Having open conversations with other humans. 

By seeking what we share rather than what divides us, we build the collective change our communities need.

Get involved on 2nd June — Power of Youth Day, this year’s theme: Common Ground 🔗 iwill.org.uk/get-involved/power-of-youth-day

And check out the brilliant work of @wild.purpose — building stronger communities through nature connection and intergenerational co-mentoring

Comment below what else you think works to bring people together !!! Or other organisations doing fantastic work❤️"

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109 likes, 3 comments - iwill_molly on May 20, 2026: "As humans we share 99% of the same DNA — so why is hatred and division being deliberately manufactured between us?

🔴 Over 115,000 hate crimes recorded in England and Wales in the last year alone 
🔴 71% were racially motivated — with racially aggravated harassment up 21% 
🔴 Hope Not Hate tracked 251 anti-migrant protests across 77 locations in 2025

This hatred isn’t spontaneous. It’s being manufactured. 

And 42% of people in the UK still believe multiculturalism undermines British culture (@hopenothate , 2025).

One potential antidote? Having open conversations with other humans. 

By seeking what we share rather than what divides us, we build the collective change our communities need.

Get involved on 2nd June — Power of Youth Day, this year’s theme: Common Ground 🔗 iwill.org.uk/get-involved/power-of-youth-day

And check out the brilliant work of @wild.purpose — building stronger communities through nature connection and intergenerational co-mentoring

Comment below what else you think works to bring people together !!! Or other organisations doing fantastic work❤️". 

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The Ernest Cook Trust on Instagram: "Watch this space as we anticipate next month’s #PowerOfYouthDay celebrating our #CommonGround.

In the meantime, why not read reflections from our recent Youth Advisory Board residential - a brilliant few days of connection, ideas, challenge and inspiration.

Read the blog via the link in our bio.

#YouthAdvisoryBoard #ErnestCookTrust"

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17 likes, 0 comments - ernestcooktrust on May 21, 2026: "Watch this space as we anticipate next month’s #PowerOfYouthDay celebrating our #CommonGround.

In the meantime, why not read reflections from our recent Youth Advisory Board residential - a brilliant few days of connection, ideas, challenge and inspiration.

Read the blog via the link in our bio.

#YouthAdvisoryBoard #ErnestCookTrust". 

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Volunteering Matters on Instagram: "Power of Youth Day 2026 is coming. Join us a month from today (2 June) as the #iWill Movement brings organisations together around this year’s theme, Common Ground.

Across the UK, people are creating space for young people to shape decisions, lead change and build stronger communities. This day is a chance to show how you are turning that commitment into action through the Power of Youth Charter.

Delivered in partnership with UK Youth, the movement is growing. Find out more and get involved via the #iWill website: https://www.iwill.org.uk/common-ground/

#PowerOfYouth"

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22 likes, 0 comments - volunteering_uk on May 2, 2026: "Power of Youth Day 2026 is coming. Join us a month from today (2 June) as the #iWill Movement brings organisations together around this year’s theme, Common Ground.

Across the UK, people are creating space for young people to shape decisions, lead change and build stronger communities. This day is a chance to show how you are turning that commitment into action through the Power of Youth Charter.

Delivered in partnership with UK Youth, the movement is growing. Find out more and get involved via the #iWill website: https://www.iwill.org.uk/common-ground/

#PowerOfYouth". 

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If you’re in or around Newcastle, like this post or tell us where you’re joining from.

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From our Young Advisors group shaping our strategy and meeting with our Board, to young people leading projects, influencing services and even doing their own podcast, we see every day the power of youth voice in action.

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Children North East on Instagram: "We're proud to be standing on Common Ground by signing the Power of Youth Charter, reinforcing our commitment to working alongside young people and putting their voices at the heart of what we do! 💙

From our Young Advisors group shaping our strategy and meeting with our Board, to young people leading projects, influencing services and even doing their own podcast, we see every day the power of youth voice in action.

✏️ Signing this charter is a natural step for us, strengthening our promise to continue creating opportunities for young people to lead, influence and drive positive change in their communities.

As we get closer to Power of Youth Day on June 2nd, we're super proud to stand with organisations across the UK who believe in young people, shared purpose, and collective action. 🙌 

#PowerOfYouthDay #POYC #CommonGround #YouthLedChange @iwill_movement"

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9 likes, 0 comments - children_ne on May 27, 2026: "We're proud to be standing on Common Ground by signing the Power of Youth Charter, reinforcing our commitment to working alongside young people and putting their voices at the heart of what we do! 💙

From our Young Advisors group shaping our strategy and meeting with our Board, to young people leading projects, influencing services and even doing their own podcast, we see every day the power of youth voice in action.

✏️ Signing this charter is a natural step for us, strengthening our promise to continue creating opportunities for young people to lead, influence and drive positive change in their communities.

As we get closer to Power of Youth Day on June 2nd, we're super proud to stand with organisations across the UK who believe in young people, shared purpose, and collective action. 🙌 

#PowerOfYouthDay #POYC #CommonGround #YouthLedChange @iwill_movement". 

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#iwill on Instagram: "Finding Common Ground in our towns and cities of social action.
 
Across our towns and cities, young people and organisations are taking action together - rooted in place, community and shared purpose.
 
If you’re an organisation based in Blackpool, Ipswich, Brighton & Hove, Newcastle, Bristol, Thetford, Northampton or Gloucester, Power of Youth Day on 2nd June is a great moment to explore what being part of the movement could look like for you.
 
Signing the Power of Youth Charter is about backing youth social action in meaningful, practical ways - shaped by your place, your context and the young people you work with.

Take a look at what signing the Charter involves, and join us in building Common Ground.

Link in bio!
 
#CommonGround #PowerOfYouthDay #YouthSocialAction #TownsAndCities #iWillMovement"

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24 likes, 0 comments - iwill_movement on May 21, 2026: "Finding Common Ground in our towns and cities of social action.
 
Across our towns and cities, young people and organisations are taking action together - rooted in place, community and shared purpose.
 
If you’re an organisation based in Blackpool, Ipswich, Brighton & Hove, Newcastle, Bristol, Thetford, Northampton or Gloucester, Power of Youth Day on 2nd June is a great moment to explore what being part of the movement could look like for you.
 
Signing the Power of Youth Charter is about backing youth social action in meaningful, practical ways - shaped by your place, your context and the young people you work with.

Take a look at what signing the Charter involves, and join us in building Common Ground.

Link in bio!
 
#CommonGround #PowerOfYouthDay #YouthSocialAction #TownsAndCities #iWillMovement". 

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Sussex Nightstop Plus on Instagram: "We’re proud to be standing on Common Ground by signing the Power of Youth Charter, reinforcing our commitment to working with young people and putting their voices at the heart of what we do.

As we build towards Power of Youth Day on 2 June, we’re joining organisations and young people across the country who believe in shared purpose, young people and collective action.

#CommonGround #PowerOfYouthDay #POYC 
@iwill_movement"

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3 likes, 0 comments - sussexnightstop on May 29, 2026: "We’re proud to be standing on Common Ground by signing the Power of Youth Charter, reinforcing our commitment to working with young people and putting their voices at the heart of what we do.

As we build towards Power of Youth Day on 2 June, we’re joining organisations and young people across the country who believe in shared purpose, young people and collective action.

#CommonGround #PowerOfYouthDay #POYC 
@iwill_movement". 

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Based in Bristol? Give this a ❤️ or comment with what Common Ground means to you.

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Why did you sign the Power of Youth Charter?

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#iwill on Instagram: "“It’s nice to know we’re not alone… and that young people want to speak.”

This is why Gage Arneaud, CEO, Creative Director & community Engagement Leader @ph.otographer480 signed the Power of Youth Charter - to connect with others, learn from different communities, and amplify young people’s voices.

Through this commitment, they continue to put it into practice: Prioritising youth social action. Supporting youth leadership and creating employment opportunities through their community host role.

💬 Opening up decision making
Hosting informal 1–1 conversations with community members to listen and learn

🤝 Working collaboratively
Exploring shared spaces in Brighton with organisations that align on values like safeguarding

This is what Common Ground looks like - organisations and young people coming together, sharing experiences, and building something stronger together.

#PowerOfYouthDay #iWillMovement #CommonGround"

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15 likes, 3 comments - iwill_movement on May 28, 2026: "“It’s nice to know we’re not alone… and that young people want to speak.”

This is why Gage Arneaud, CEO, Creative Director & community Engagement Leader @ph.otographer480 signed the Power of Youth Charter - to connect with others, learn from different communities, and amplify young people’s voices.

Through this commitment, they continue to put it into practice: Prioritising youth social action. Supporting youth leadership and creating employment opportunities through their community host role.

💬 Opening up decision making
Hosting informal 1–1 conversations with community members to listen and learn

🤝 Working collaboratively
Exploring shared spaces in Brighton with organisations that align on values like safeguarding

This is what Common Ground looks like - organisations and young people coming together, sharing experiences, and building something stronger together.

#PowerOfYouthDay #iWillMovement #CommonGround". 

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Based in Thetford? Give this a ❤️ or drop a comment below 👇

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#iwill on Instagram: "What does it look like to put the Power of Youth Charter into action?

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#iwill on Instagram: "What does it look like to put the Power of Youth Charter into action?

For Eastern Education Group, it’s about embedding youth voice, opening up decision-making, and creating more opportunities for young people to lead.

A commitment that continues to build Common Ground - bringing young people and organisations together to shape what comes next.

👉 Take a look at the live Common Ground board via the link in our bio.

#PowerOfYouthDay #iWillMovement #Common Ground"

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10 likes, 0 comments - iwill_movement on May 29, 2026: "What does it look like to put the Power of Youth Charter into action?

For Eastern Education Group, it’s about embedding youth voice, opening up decision-making, and creating more opportunities for young people to lead.

A commitment that continues to build Common Ground - bringing young people and organisations together to shape what comes next.

👉 Take a look at the live Common Ground board via the link in our bio.

#PowerOfYouthDay #iWillMovement #Common Ground". 

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Jack Abbott on Instagram: "In a world that feels increasingly divided, Ipswich continues to invest in young people.Our town was the UK’s first Town of Youth Social Action...

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Jack Abbott on Instagram: "In a world that feels increasingly divided, Ipswich continues to invest in young people.

Our town was the UK’s first Town of Youth Social Action, a recognition of the commitment our community has made to empowering young people and championing their voices. 

For my part, as a Power of Youth Charter signatory, I've always looked to use my own platform to empower young people. For years, I have campaigned for better opportunities and outcomes for children and young people, and it is my priority as Ipswich's Member of Parliament. It's how we are going to build a new future for our town.

On Tuesday 2nd June, I’ll be standing on #CommonGround, alongside organisations and young people across the country who believe in the power of youth social action.

#PowerOfYouthDay"

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36 likes, 3 comments - jackabbott90 on May 29, 2026: "In a world that feels increasingly divided, Ipswich continues to invest in young people.

Our town was the UK’s first Town of Youth Social Action, a recognition of the commitment our community has made to empowering young people and championing their voices. 

For my part, as a Power of Youth Charter signatory, I've always looked to use my own platform to empower young people. For years, I have campaigned for better opportunities and outcomes for children and young people, and it is my priority as Ipswich's Member of Parliament. It's how we are going to build a new future for our town.

On Tuesday 2nd June, I’ll be standing on #CommonGround, alongside organisations and young people across the country who believe in the power of youth social action.

#PowerOfYouthDay". 

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#iwill on Instagram: "Through their commitment to the Power of Youth Charter, @thirdspace.theatre continue to put young people at the heart of their work

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#iwill on Instagram: "Through their commitment to the Power of Youth Charter, @thirdspace.theatre continue to put young people at the heart of their work:

🎭 Creating space for youth-led action
Hosting a hack on the rise of fascism — which led young people to attend their first march together in London

🌱 Growing youth leadership
Strengthening their youth board, with young people organising events, shaping productions, and stepping into leadership roles across the company

🤝 Working in partnership
Collaborating closely with organisations like Little Green Pig and Project Female

🎬 Supporting young people to tell their stories
From a youth-made documentary to a young person leading on a short film project

“Signing the Youth Charter empowered our belief that arts is a form of political action… and that young people can create real change in their communities and the world.”

This is what Common Ground looks like - young people coming together through creativity, shared purpose and collective action.

head to the link in bio to find out more about Power of Youth day 🙌

🌱 #PowerOfYouthDay #iWillMovement #CommonGround"

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36 likes, 0 comments - iwill_movement on May 30, 2026: "Through their commitment to the Power of Youth Charter, @thirdspace.theatre continue to put young people at the heart of their work:

🎭 Creating space for youth-led action
Hosting a hack on the rise of fascism — which led young people to attend their first march together in London

🌱 Growing youth leadership
Strengthening their youth board, with young people organising events, shaping productions, and stepping into leadership roles across the company

🤝 Working in partnership
Collaborating closely with organisations like Little Green Pig and Project Female

🎬 Supporting young people to tell their stories
From a youth-made documentary to a young person leading on a short film project

“Signing the Youth Charter empowered our belief that arts is a form of political action… and that young people can create real change in their communities and the world.”

This is what Common Ground looks like - young people coming together through creativity, shared purpose and collective action.

head to the link in bio to find out more about Power of Youth day 🙌

🌱 #PowerOfYouthDay #iWillMovement #CommonGround". 

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#iwill on Instagram: "Through their commitment to the #iWill Power of Youth Charter, @Danceeast continue to create spaces where young people can explore creativity, build confidence and connect with others.

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#iwill on Instagram: "Through their commitment to the #iWill Power of Youth Charter, @Danceeast continue to create spaces where young people can explore creativity, build confidence and connect with others.

From shaping performances and gaining real experience, to helping design opportunities that reflect what young people want to see, their work is rooted in listening, collaboration and trust.

It’s this kind of approach that builds Common Ground - where creativity brings people together, and young people are supported to lead, express themselves and shape what comes next.

🔥 Power of Youth Day is tomorrow! We’re really looking forward to standing on Common Ground together across the #iWill Movement.

Explore the live Common Ground board via the link in our bio to see how others are getting involved and sharing their stories.

🌱 #PowerOfYouthDay #iWillMovement #CommonGround"

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4 likes, 0 comments - iwill_movement on June 1, 2026: "Through their commitment to the #iWill Power of Youth Charter, @Danceeast continue to create spaces where young people can explore creativity, build confidence and connect with others.

From shaping performances and gaining real experience, to helping design opportunities that reflect what young people want to see, their work is rooted in listening, collaboration and trust.

It’s this kind of approach that builds Common Ground - where creativity brings people together, and young people are supported to lead, express themselves and shape what comes next.

🔥 Power of Youth Day is tomorrow! We’re really looking forward to standing on Common Ground together across the #iWill Movement.

Explore the live Common Ground board via the link in our bio to see how others are getting involved and sharing their stories.

🌱 #PowerOfYouthDay #iWillMovement #CommonGround". 

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Today we’re proud to stand on Common Ground with the young people we work with. Two young voices.  One powerful message. Common Ground 🌈✨

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Outreach youth on Instagram: "Today we’re proud to stand on Common Ground with the young people we work with.

Two young voices.  One powerful message. Common Gound 🌈✨

At Pride Blooms Ipswich, young people from Outreach youth lit up the stage with poetry, courage, and truth—launching Pride Month with heart and purpose. 

This is what it means to be seen, to be heard, and to take action. 

Their and our future is proud, bold, and unstoppable. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

#CommonGround
#PowerOfYouthDay"

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3 likes, 1 comments - outreachyouth_ on June 2, 2026: "Today we’re proud to stand on Common Ground with the young people we work with.

Two young voices.  One powerful message. Common Gound 🌈✨

At Pride Blooms Ipswich, young people from Outreach youth lit up the stage with poetry, courage, and truth—launching Pride Month with heart and purpose. 

This is what it means to be seen, to be heard, and to take action. 

Their and our future is proud, bold, and unstoppable. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

#CommonGround
#PowerOfYouthDay". 

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Today is #powerofyouthday and we’re proud to stand on #commonground with the young people we work alongside every day

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NEYouth on Instagram: "Today is #powerofyouthday and we’re proud to stand on #commonground with the young people we work alongside every day.

By signing the Power of Youth Charter, NE Youth has committed to ensuring young people’s voices are heard, valued and embedded in everything we do. This means creating opportunities for young people to lead change, opening up decision making, working collaboratively with partners, celebrating young people’s achievements and recognising the positive impact they have on their communities.

We know that when young people are given the opportunity to shape the issues that matter to them, everyone benefits. Their ideas, experiences and leadership help create positive change and a stronger future for all.

Today we’re celebrating the power of youth voice and our commitment to working with young people, not just for them.

@iwill_movement 

#commonground #powerofyouthday #youthvoice"

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4 likes, 0 comments - neyouthuk on June 2, 2026: "Today is #powerofyouthday and we’re proud to stand on #commonground with the young people we work alongside every day.

By signing the Power of Youth Charter, NE Youth has committed to ensuring young people’s voices are heard, valued and embedded in everything we do. This means creating opportunities for young people to lead change, opening up decision making, working collaboratively with partners, celebrating young people’s achievements and recognising the positive impact they have on their communities.

We know that when young people are given the opportunity to shape the issues that matter to them, everyone benefits. Their ideas, experiences and leadership help create positive change and a stronger future for all.

Today we’re celebrating the power of youth voice and our commitment to working with young people, not just for them.

@iwill_movement 

#commonground #powerofyouthday #youthvoice". 

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"#commonground isn’t always found but occasionally must be built. You may support a cause or believe in change but lack the ability to create or stand for!

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VTC’s Beacons of light on Instagram: "#commonground isn’t always found but occasionally must be build. You may support a cause or believe in change but lack the ability to create or stand for!! With today commentating common ground, this Thursday we help you bridge your differences, mobilise your strengths and ensure what units us, leads the change! Moving forward 💜

Beacons of Light lead @vaania_f1 sat down with @aj_harrisonwriter — an @iwill_movement Movement Ambassador from Ipswich, recognised as an  Town for Change 👏to  find out more!! 

Speak honestly about what young people are actually missing when preparing for adulthood, opportunity, and progression.

Together, they explored the skills rarely taught directly but constantly expected:
how to investigate properly, communicate with precision, navigate systems independently, articulate your ideas with confidence, and understand the difference between being capable and being able to convert that capability into movement. ( @slough.museum have kindly become a platform to ensure we embed all of those across our town! Here in slough.) 

Speaking from both lived experience and her perspective as an literal leader and student of life , Alex reflected on why these tools matter now more than ever — particularly for young people who are trying, working hard, doing “the right things,” and still finding themselves stuck between potential and direction.

Steps 2 Success was built for those exact moments. Commencing this Thursday ( 4th of June!! 5:00-7:30pm) 

For the young adult unsure where they fit.
For the student overwhelmed by choices but under-informed on pathways.
For the creative, volunteer, apprentice, graduate, NEET young person, or community leader, advocate, ambassador;  who knows they have more in them but lacks clarity, leverage, exposure, or guidance on how systems actually function.

This is not motivation theatre.
It is practical civic, personal, and professional development designed to leave you with a clearer understanding of yourself, your opportunities, and your next step.

📍Slough Museum
🗓 Commencing in 3 days
🎟 Limited free spaces remaining
LINK IN BIO!!! 

#iWillMovement #YouthVoice  #skillsforlife socialmobi"

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28 likes, 0 comments - vtc.beaconsoflight on June 1, 2026: "#commonground isn’t always found but occasionally must be build. You may support a cause or believe in change but lack the ability to create or stand for!! With today commentating common ground, this Thursday we help you bridge your differences, mobilise your strengths and ensure what units us, leads the change! Moving forward 💜

Beacons of Light lead @vaania_f1 sat down with @aj_harrisonwriter — an @iwill_movement Movement Ambassador from Ipswich, recognised as an  Town for Change 👏to  find out more!! 

Speak honestly about what young people are actually missing when preparing for adulthood, opportunity, and progression.

Together, they explored the skills rarely taught directly but constantly expected:
how to investigate properly, communicate with precision, navigate systems independently, articulate your ideas with confidence, and understand the difference between being capable and being able to convert that capability into movement. ( @slough.museum have kindly become a platform to ensure we embed all of those across our town! Here in slough.) 

Speaking from both lived experience and her perspective as an literal leader and student of life , Alex reflected on why these tools matter now more than ever — particularly for young people who are trying, working hard, doing “the right things,” and still finding themselves stuck between potential and direction.

Steps 2 Success was built for those exact moments. Commencing this Thursday ( 4th of June!! 5:00-7:30pm) 

For the young adult unsure where they fit.
For the student overwhelmed by choices but under-informed on pathways.
For the creative, volunteer, apprentice, graduate, NEET young person, or community leader, advocate, ambassador;  who knows they have more in them but lacks clarity, leverage, exposure, or guidance on how systems actually function.

This is not motivation theatre.
It is practical civic, personal, and professional development designed to leave you with a clearer understanding of yourself, your opportunities, and your next step.

📍Slough Museum
🗓 Commencing in 3 days
🎟 Limited free spaces remaining
LINK IN BIO!!! 

#iWillMovement #YouthVoice  #skillsforlife socialmobi". 

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Young people should be shaping the communities and services around them, not just accessing them. 💙

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1625 Independent People on Instagram: "Young people should be shaping the communities and services around them, not just accessing them. 💙

Today, on #PowerOfYouth Day, we’re proud to support the Power of Youth Charter: a commitment to embedding youth voice at the heart of decision-making and action.

For us at 1625, Common Ground means creating safe spaces where young people feel heard, respected and able to influence the support they receive. From peer support groups to everyday conversations, youth voice helps shape the work we do across Bristol and the South West.

We see every day the positive change young people create when they’re trusted, listened to and given opportunities to thrive.

@iwill_movement

#CommonGround #PowerOfYouthDay #YouthVoice #1625IndependentPeople #YoungPeople #Bristol"

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3 likes, 1 comments - 1625ip on June 2, 2026: "Young people should be shaping the communities and services around them, not just accessing them. 💙

Today, on #PowerOfYouth Day, we’re proud to support the Power of Youth Charter: a commitment to embedding youth voice at the heart of decision-making and action.

For us at 1625, Common Ground means creating safe spaces where young people feel heard, respected and able to influence the support they receive. From peer support groups to everyday conversations, youth voice helps shape the work we do across Bristol and the South West.

We see every day the positive change young people create when they’re trusted, listened to and given opportunities to thrive.

@iwill_movement

#CommonGround #PowerOfYouthDay #YouthVoice #1625IndependentPeople #YoungPeople #Bristol". 

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Young people have always shaped Envision.From leading social action projects in their communities to influencing decisions through our Youth Advisory Group and Youth Trustees, youth voice is at the heart of everything we do.

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Envision UK on Instagram: "Young people have always shaped Envision.

From leading social action projects in their communities to influencing decisions through our Youth Advisory Group and Youth Trustees, youth voice is at the heart of everything we do.

This #PowerOfYouthDay, we're proud to sign the Power of Youth Charter, reaffirming our commitment to listening to, learning from, and working alongside young people.

Because when young people are empowered to lead change, communities are stronger for it.

@iwill_movement

#PowerOfYouthDay #CommonGround #PowerOfYouth #YouthVoice #YouthSocialAction #Envision"

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5 likes, 0 comments - envision_uk on June 2, 2026: "Young people have always shaped Envision.

From leading social action projects in their communities to influencing decisions through our Youth Advisory Group and Youth Trustees, youth voice is at the heart of everything we do.

This #PowerOfYouthDay, we're proud to sign the Power of Youth Charter, reaffirming our commitment to listening to, learning from, and working alongside young people.

Because when young people are empowered to lead change, communities are stronger for it.

@iwill_movement

#PowerOfYouthDay #CommonGround #PowerOfYouth #YouthVoice #YouthSocialAction #Envision". 

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Today we are celebrating Power of Youth Day! 👧🌍We love this year's theme, #CommonGround – celebrating the power of young people in bringing communities together. 

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Family Volunteering Club on Instagram: "Today we are celebrating Power of Youth Day! 👧🌍

We love this year's theme, #CommonGround – celebrating the power of young people in bringing communities together. And at Family Volunteering Club, that's exactly what we do!

For us, strong communities are built through small actions. It's a child litter picking, writing to a lonely older neighbour, planting wild flowers, building a hedgehog house, organising donations at a food bank, or creating a friendship parcel for another local child.

This is where confidence grows, empathy takes root, and a lifetime of community action begins. 💚

We'd love for you and the young people in your life to get involved!

📽️ Watch our video – listen to our young volunteers tell you their common ground and why volunteering matters.

🧭 Come and take part – this weekend we have a bumper line-up of family volunteering sessions across the country, to celebrate this year's Big Help Out and Big Lunch📍 Find a session near you – link in bio 🔗

🖐️ Or if we're not in your area yet, you can still take part!
Download our FREE Big High Five Challenge – five fun, easy, impactful tasks. Complete them, and you could win an eco-prize from The Eden Project or one of three £20 book vouchers 👉 Grab the pack – link in bio 🔗

👇 Tag a fellow family who believes small hands can make a big difference!
Let's celebrate Common Ground – together! 💚

@iwill_movement 
#PowerOfYouthDay #CommonGround #iWillMovement #FamilyVolunteering #YouthSocialAction #NationalVolunteeringWeek #BigHelpOut #BigLunch"

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4 likes, 0 comments - familyvolunteeringclub_uk on June 1, 2026: "Today we are celebrating Power of Youth Day! 👧🌍

We love this year's theme, #CommonGround – celebrating the power of young people in bringing communities together. And at Family Volunteering Club, that's exactly what we do!

For us, strong communities are built through small actions. It's a child litter picking, writing to a lonely older neighbour, planting wild flowers, building a hedgehog house, organising donations at a food bank, or creating a friendship parcel for another local child.

This is where confidence grows, empathy takes root, and a lifetime of community action begins. 💚

We'd love for you and the young people in your life to get involved!

📽️ Watch our video – listen to our young volunteers tell you their common ground and why volunteering matters.

🧭 Come and take part – this weekend we have a bumper line-up of family volunteering sessions across the country, to celebrate this year's Big Help Out and Big Lunch📍 Find a session near you – link in bio 🔗

🖐️ Or if we're not in your area yet, you can still take part!
Download our FREE Big High Five Challenge – five fun, easy, impactful tasks. Complete them, and you could win an eco-prize from The Eden Project or one of three £20 book vouchers 👉 Grab the pack – link in bio 🔗

👇 Tag a fellow family who believes small hands can make a big difference!
Let's celebrate Common Ground – together! 💚

@iwill_movement 
#PowerOfYouthDay #CommonGround #iWillMovement #FamilyVolunteering #YouthSocialAction #NationalVolunteeringWeek #BigHelpOut #BigLunch". 

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We believe young people don’t just have a role to play in shaping their communities, they should be leading that change. That’s why we offer three volunteering groups, allowing young people to progress through the programme and develop the essential skills needed to help care for the North York Moors National Park. 🙌🌿

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North York Moors National Park on Instagram: "We believe young people don’t just have a role to play in shaping their communities, they should be leading that change. That’s why we offer three volunteering groups, allowing young people to progress through the programme and develop the essential skills needed to help care for the North York Moors National Park. 🙌🌿

🐾 Explorers (families with children aged 4 to 11): Meet twice a month to take part in activities that help look after the National Park. Tasks may include tree planting, footpath maintenance and vegetation control.

🧭 Young Rangers (ages 11 to 17): Meet once a month to learn new skills and complete practical conservation tasks. Activities may include scheduled monument protection, vegetation control, navigation skills and wildlife surveys.

📢 Youth Voice (ages 18 to 30): A group that initiates change for the future to conserve and enhance National Parks and protected spaces. Members meet monthly to share ideas, create campaigns and develop initiatives.

#IWill #PowerOfYouthDay #CommonGround #VolunteersWeek @iWill_Movement"

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17 likes, 0 comments - northyorkmoors on June 2, 2026: "We believe young people don’t just have a role to play in shaping their communities, they should be leading that change. That’s why we offer three volunteering groups, allowing young people to progress through the programme and develop the essential skills needed to help care for the North York Moors National Park. 🙌🌿

🐾 Explorers (families with children aged 4 to 11): Meet twice a month to take part in activities that help look after the National Park. Tasks may include tree planting, footpath maintenance and vegetation control.

🧭 Young Rangers (ages 11 to 17): Meet once a month to learn new skills and complete practical conservation tasks. Activities may include scheduled monument protection, vegetation control, navigation skills and wildlife surveys.

📢 Youth Voice (ages 18 to 30): A group that initiates change for the future to conserve and enhance National Parks and protected spaces. Members meet monthly to share ideas, create campaigns and develop initiatives.

#IWill #PowerOfYouthDay #CommonGround #VolunteersWeek @iWill_Movement". 

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"Northgate Sixth Form Law, Media and Politics students were chosen to be the only Post 16 provider in the UK to take part in the Department of Science, Innovation and Technology consultation on social media use for under 16s.

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Northgate Sixth Form on Instagram: "Northgate Sixth Form Law, Media and Politics students were chosen to be the only Post 16 provider in the UK to take part in the Department of Science, Innovation and Technology consultation on social media use for under 16s. 

Thank you to @volunteering_uk and @iwill_movement for involving us. @bbcsuffolk were there to listen to our students’ opinions.
 
#NorthgateSixthForm
#IWillMovement
#VolunteeringMatters"

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42 likes, 0 comments - northgatesixthform on June 2, 2026: "Northgate Sixth Form Law, Media and Politics students were chosen to be the only Post 16 provider in the UK to take part in the Department of Science, Innovation and Technology consultation on social media use for under 16s. 

Thank you to @volunteering_uk and @iwill_movement for involving us. @bbcsuffolk were there to listen to our students’ opinions.
 
#NorthgateSixthForm
#IWillMovement
#VolunteeringMatters". 

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"This #PowerOfYouthDay, we’re joining organisations and young people across the country who believe in the power of #YouthSocialAction.

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The Ernest Cook Trust on Instagram: "This #PowerOfYouthDay, we’re joining organisations and young people across the country who believe in the power of #YouthSocialAction.

Here at the Trust, we’re celebrating the #CommonGround we share with our own Youth Advisory Board. Back in April, we spent a weekend together, talking, sharing, learning and growing in each other’s company, as we commit to integrating youth voice across all the Trust’s activities.

We believe young people need to be invited into the room in order to:

🤝 Build relationships
💬 Shape conversations
📣 Influence decisions

We need to ensure they feel comfortable and welcome in these spaces, empowered to contribute to the decision making processes that so often affect their lives far more than anyone else in the room.

Swipe to read a brief selection of their quotes; you can also have a read of our blog, boldly titled, ‘A new era for youth voice’, link in bio."

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6 likes, 0 comments - ernestcooktrust on May 29, 2026: "This #PowerOfYouthDay, we’re joining organisations and young people across the country who believe in the power of #YouthSocialAction.

Here at the Trust, we’re celebrating the #CommonGround we share with our own Youth Advisory Board. Back in April, we spent a weekend together, talking, sharing, learning and growing in each other’s company, as we commit to integrating youth voice across all the Trust’s activities.

We believe young people need to be invited into the room in order to:

🤝 Build relationships
💬 Shape conversations
📣 Influence decisions

We need to ensure they feel comfortable and welcome in these spaces, empowered to contribute to the decision making processes that so often affect their lives far more than anyone else in the room.

Swipe to read a brief selection of their quotes; you can also have a read of our blog, boldly titled, ‘A new era for youth voice’, link in bio.". 

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Teach the Future UK on Instagram: "Shout out to all our volunteers for #iwill Power of Youth Day and Volunteers Week! 

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Teach the Future UK on Instagram: "Shout out to all our volunteers for #iwill Power of Youth Day and Volunteers Week! 

As a group of 14-25 year olds from across the UK, we're always finding new and creative ways to create change for climate education.

We're so lucky to have an amazing team bringing ideas, skills, enthusiasm and fun! From sending emails to MPs, writing blogs, speaking at events, or handing in our climate education petition at Downing Street, our volunteers are always doing the most to fight for a quality climate education for all.

We're always looking for volunteers to join our team. Check out our volunteer page via the link in our bio or drop us a DM."

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14 likes, 0 comments - _teachthefuture on June 2, 2026: "Shout out to all our volunteers for #iwill Power of Youth Day and Volunteers Week! 

As a group of 14-25 year olds from across the UK, we're always finding new and creative ways to create change for climate education.

We're so lucky to have an amazing team bringing ideas, skills, enthusiasm and fun! From sending emails to MPs, writing blogs, speaking at events, or handing in our climate education petition at Downing Street, our volunteers are always doing the most to fight for a quality climate education for all.

We're always looking for volunteers to join our team. Check out our volunteer page via the link in our bio or drop us a DM.". 

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Through the Blue Influencers Scheme, we’ve supported over 150 young people to create an environmental social action project of their choosing, from creating a campaign film, to building ponds, and fundraising at the Bristol Festival of Nature.

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SOS UK on Instagram: "We live in a time of increasing division. And yet — in towns and cities across the country, organisations like ours are choosing to invest in young people. Not because it’s in our strategy. Because we believe it’s right 💚

Today is #PowerofYouthDay, and we’re proud to sign the Power of Youth Charter — a commitment to embed youth voice in our work, our decisions, and our future.

For example, through the Blue Influencers Scheme, we’ve supported over 150 young people to create an environmental social action project of their choosing, from creating a campaign film, to building ponds, and fundraising at the Bristol Festival of Nature. We’re so excited to see what these young activists create in the future! 🐟🐳🐋🌊🌏

That’s our #CommonGround. And today we’re growing it.

@iwill_movement @ernestcooktrust"

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21 likes, 2 comments - sosuk_charity on June 2, 2026: "We live in a time of increasing division. And yet — in towns and cities across the country, organisations like ours are choosing to invest in young people. Not because it’s in our strategy. Because we believe it’s right 💚

Today is #PowerofYouthDay, and we’re proud to sign the Power of Youth Charter — a commitment to embed youth voice in our work, our decisions, and our future.

For example, through the Blue Influencers Scheme, we’ve supported over 150 young people to create an environmental social action project of their choosing, from creating a campaign film, to building ponds, and fundraising at the Bristol Festival of Nature. We’re so excited to see what these young activists create in the future! 🐟🐳🐋🌊🌏

That’s our #CommonGround. And today we’re growing it.

@iwill_movement @ernestcooktrust". 

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Oxfordshire Youth on Instagram: "Any old picture, right? Wrong.This was a night where youth voice wasnt an afterthought- it was the starting point. 

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Oxfordshire Youth on Instagram: "Any old picture, right? Wrong.
This was a night where youth voice wasnt an afterthought- it was the starting point. 
Young people at the table, shaping the conversation, owning the space, and reminding everyone why these rooms matter in the first place. 
Common Ground in every sense of the phrase 🙌

A big thank you again to the @B4 team for creating space for youth voice and systems change at the OBS2026 Sponsors Dinner.

 #CommonGround #YouthVoice"

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8 likes, 0 comments - oxfordshireyouth on June 2, 2026: "Any old picture, right? Wrong.
This was a night where youth voice wasnt an afterthought- it was the starting point. 
Young people at the table, shaping the conversation, owning the space, and reminding everyone why these rooms matter in the first place. 
Common Ground in every sense of the phrase 🙌

A big thank you again to the @B4 team for creating space for youth voice and systems change at the OBS2026 Sponsors Dinner.

 #CommonGround #YouthVoice". 

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Today is Power of Youth Day, led by the #iWill Movement and delivered in partnership by Volunteering Matters and UK Youth.

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Volunteering Matters on Instagram: "Today is Power of Youth Day, led by the #iWill Movement and delivered in partnership by Volunteering Matters and UK Youth.

This year’s theme is Common Ground. In a world that can often feel increasingly divided, it is a reminder of what unites us. Across the UK, young people are leading change in their communities, shaping decisions, building connections and creating positive action on the issues that matter to them.

We are proud to reaffirm our commitment to the #iWill Movement and its vision of making meaningful social action a normal part of growing up. Through volunteering, campaigning, peer support and community action, young people are not only the leaders of tomorrow. They are creating change today.

Find out more about #PowerOfYouthDay and the #CommonGround campaign at www.iwill.org.uk/common-ground"

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22 likes, 0 comments - volunteering_uk on June 2, 2026: "Today is Power of Youth Day, led by the #iWill Movement and delivered in partnership by Volunteering Matters and UK Youth.

This year’s theme is Common Ground. In a world that can often feel increasingly divided, it is a reminder of what unites us. Across the UK, young people are leading change in their communities, shaping decisions, building connections and creating positive action on the issues that matter to them.

We are proud to reaffirm our commitment to the #iWill Movement and its vision of making meaningful social action a normal part of growing up. Through volunteering, campaigning, peer support and community action, young people are not only the leaders of tomorrow. They are creating change today.

Find out more about #PowerOfYouthDay and the #CommonGround campaign at www.iwill.org.uk/common-ground". 

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Future Female Society on Instagram: "We believe young people don’t just have a role to play in shaping their communities, they should be leading that change.

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Future Female Society on Instagram: "We believe young people don’t just have a role to play in shaping their communities, they should be leading that change. That’s why, on Power of Youth Day, we’re proud to stand on Common Ground with the young people we work with in our Girls, Where You At? programme and sign the Power of Youth Charter, committing to embed youth voice at the heart of everything we do.

When we genuinely listen to and empower young people, everything gets better. Join us in championing youth-led change. 

@iwill_movement 

#CommonGround #PowerOfYouthDay"

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22 likes, 0 comments - futurefemalesociety on June 2, 2026: "We believe young people don’t just have a role to play in shaping their communities, they should be leading that change. That’s why, on Power of Youth Day, we’re proud to stand on Common Ground with the young people we work with in our Girls, Where You At? programme and sign the Power of Youth Charter, committing to embed youth voice at the heart of everything we do.

When we genuinely listen to and empower young people, everything gets better. Join us in championing youth-led change. 

@iwill_movement 

#CommonGround #PowerOfYouthDay". 

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YPAS Liverpool 🦋 on Instagram: "On 2nd June #PowerofYouthDay  we’re joining hundreds of organisations taking a stand for young people – finding our #CommonGround and sharing our commitment to embedding youth voice in everything we do. 

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YPAS Liverpool 🦋 on Instagram: "On 2nd June #PowerofYouthDay  we’re joining hundreds of organisations taking a stand for young people – finding our #CommonGround and sharing our commitment to embedding youth voice in everything we do. 

Give us a follow a ❤️and a comment telling us what Common Ground means to you.
@iWill_Movement
#CommonGround #YpasTurns60 #YoungPeopleMatter"

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9 likes, 0 comments - ypasliverpool on June 2, 2026: "On 2nd June #PowerofYouthDay  we’re joining hundreds of organisations taking a stand for young people – finding our #CommonGround and sharing our commitment to embedding youth voice in everything we do. 

Give us a follow a ❤️and a comment telling us what Common Ground means to you.
@iWill_Movement
#CommonGround #YpasTurns60 #YoungPeopleMatter". 

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