Big Change

Who we are

Vision - The world we want to see

We are unashamedly hopeful for a future in which all young people are set up to thrive in life.

Mission - What we do 

Big Change finds and invests in people challenging the status quo and leading change, backing their early-stage ideas with high impact potential. We provide opportunities for them to connect, learn and act together as part of a purpose-driven community rethinking and reshaping the systems around young people. Together we spark lasting change.

Why we do it 

Too many young people are not thriving in life. The issues they face in society are multilayered and interconnected. They are unprepared for their futures, too often lack purpose and direction, and feel disconnected and powerless. The old ways are not working. Most funding and energy goes into treating the symptoms of these systemic failures rather than reimagining the possibilities for a better future. People and organisations are drawn to closing gaps or making incremental improvements to existing models. To ensure every young person is set up to thrive, the systems around them need to change in big and deep-rooted ways. 

Our Approach

By investing in leaders and their ideas at an early stage, we help open doors to financial and social capital that can enable and embolden this intergenerational community of values-aligned changemakers. Collectively this community amplifies voices, champions systems change, and addresses entrenched barriers to lasting impact. We provide opportunities to connect, learn and act together, supporting a new type of leadership and generating a new wave of fresh thinking all the way from grassroots to systemic innovation.

Our culture and values

The Big Change Way

Big Changemakers are united by a common goal and drive to do things differently.

We are:

• Undaunted - we are brave, we challenge the status quo, and we never give up.

• Human-centred - we are hopeful, open, and compassionate.

• Connected - we invest in relationships and networks to bring people and ideas together.

• Insight-led - we ask questions, learn, and share insights across our communities.

• Catalytic - we are creative and innovative in our approach to creating change.

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Big Change, we believe that to build a future where all young people thrive, we must nurture and listen to diverse voices. We have a shared responsibility to act fairly, remove barriers, and challenge systemic bias in everything we do.

In order to do this, we champion and bring together a diverse community of changemakers who drive impact, create opportunities, and advocate for change. Collectively, we strive to create meaningful spaces for connection, learning, and trust while actively tracking who is engaging and how.

Our team ensures that everyone has a voice and role in designing how we work together, and our work environments, and ways of working, are designed to uphold this commitment. Alongside our community of changemakers, we are committed to listening, learning, and taking action.