We prepare young people to lead in their communities.
We design and deliver programmes that actively involve young people in planning, delivery, and evaluation – equipping them with lifelong leadership skills.
We are committed to inclusivity in every aspect of our work—strategic, developmental, and organisational.
By challenging societal inequalities, we create opportunities for everyone to thrive.
Mental Health and Wellbeing |
Create Change
Supporting young people to build resilience, improve their mental health and wellbeing, and foster healthy family and interpersonal relationships.
Skills Development |
Internships and Work Experience
Equipping young people with practical skills and hands-on opportunities to prepare for adult life and careers.
Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship |
Stacks
Developing young people’s leadership and entrepreneurship skills through money management training, promoting financial wellbeing.
Mentoring & Coaching |
BANG Evolution
Providing guidance and support to young people as they realise and work towards their goals and aspirations.
Key Thematic Areas
At BANG, we have six key thematic areas of work that allow us to build a generation of young people who are confident, balanced, and competent.
COMMUNITIES, CULTURE & HERITAGE |
We build communities through young people exploring where they come from, what makes them unique, and provide spaces for them to communicate the differences and similarities between them and their peers. Through this work, young people tell their individual stories with their communities.
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We work with young people to explore cultures, heritage, and identity, fostering a deeper understanding of diversity. Through media, we power them to share their stories and learn from the experiences of their peers. This work builds connections, strengthens communities, and celebrates the diversity that shapes our collective identity.
Objectives:
- Opportunities and platforms are created for young people and communities.
- Activities are delivered to promote cultural wellbeing.
- Young people celebrate heritage and diversity.
CREATIVE ARTS |
We work with young people to create opportunities for developing and showcasing their artistic talents. Through diverse settings that combine individual and collaborative activities, we deliver projects that foster self-expression within a safe and enriching environment.
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We provide young people with opportunities to explore and develop their artistic talents, offering platforms to showcase their work. Through workshops in visual arts and media production projects, we create diverse settings that blend individual and group activities. These initiatives foster creativity, collaboration, and self-expression within a safe and supportive environment.
Objectives:
- Opportunities are created for self and community expression.
- Young people’s artistic skills are developed.
- Media is used as a platform to showcase arts and creativity.
Earth & Environment |
We work with young people to preserve the local environment, starting with their homes and schools. By teaching them to plant their own fruits and vegetables, we power them to contribute to a sustainable future for themselves, their families, and the planet.
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We work with young people to care for and preserve the local environment, beginning with the spaces where they live, learn, and play. Through hands-on projects such as Grow where young people plant fruits and vegetables, we teach sustainable practices that benefit not only the individual but also their families and wider communities. By fostering a connection to the natural world, we aim to inspire environmental responsibility and enable young people to create a greener future.
Objectives:
- Young people cultivate a connection between the earth and their environment.
- Young people connect positively with their local environment.
- Young people gain skills to grow plants and vegetables.
Learning & Skills |
We equip young people with the essential skills they will need for life and careers. Through workshops, structured programmes, and expert connections, young people apply their learning to address both personal and community challenges.
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We equip young people with the practical skills and knowledge they need to build successful futures and contribute to their communities. Through engaging workshops and access to industry experts, young people gain the tools to address real-world challenges. By applying their learning to tackle both local and community issues, young people develop confidence and competences that prepare them for life’s opportunities.
Objectives:
- Young people develop key skills for life and their careers.
- Young people apply their learned skills to community and youth-led projects.
Health & Wellbeing |
We focus on creating opportunities for young people to explore their health and wellbeing through activities that involve movement, open communication, and creativity – helping them build self-esteem, improve fitness, and develop resilience.
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We provide support to young people, prioritising their health and wellbeing. Through engaging activities that integrate movement, open communication, and creativity, we encourage personal growth and development. By participating in our programmes, young people build self-esteem, improve their physical fitness, and develop the resilience needed to navigate life’s challenges with confidence.
Objectives:
- Young people engage in activities that develop their resilience and promote their health and wellbeing.
- Young people engage in physical activities.
- Young people develop their confidence.
Youth Voice & Youth Leadership |
We provide platforms for young people to voice their opinions on issues that matter to them, while fostering connections with their peers and decision-makers. This approach facilitates youth-led conversations that strengthen communities and drive impactful initiatives.
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We provide young people with platforms to express their opinions and share their perspectives on issues that matter to them. By fostering connections with peers and facilitating collaborative discussions, we enable youth-led conversations that inspire action. These initiatives not only build stronger communities but also position young people as leaders who shape their futures and drive change on a local and national scale.
Objectives:
- Young people express their opinions and ideas.
- Young people develop their agency.
- Young people influence decisions at BANG and in their communities.