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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

We’re working towards a society where every young person has the opportunities, support and tools they need to succeed in education, employment and everyday life. On #WorldMentalHealthDay, we want young people to know that we believe in them and we’re in their corner 💚

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Extracurricular activities can offer valuable opportunities for young people to build confidence, develop skills and improve wellbeing. But not every young person has access to these opportunities. (1/2)

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

We have a maternity cover opportunity for an experienced Trusts and Foundations fundraiser to join our team! Find out more: www.power2.org/vacancies/se...

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

On #WorldTeachersDay, we’re celebrating the teachers we work with who make an incredible difference in young people’s lives every day. (1/3)

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Do you want to empower young people to reach their full potential? We’re currently looking for Programme Leads in Nottinghamshire! Apply via our website: www.power2.org/vacancies/pr...

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

We’re excited to announce that we’ve received funding from the William Wates Memorial Trust for our Power2 Energise programme in London over the next two years! 🎉 (1/2)

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

📢 We’re hiring! Join our team as Senior Trusts and Foundations Manager (maternity cover). Apply today: www.power2.org/vacancies/se...

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

We're delighted to announce that we are now an Apax Foundation partner! It’s a privilege to be supported by such a leading organisation, and together we will transform the lives of even more children and young people.

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

A huge congratulations to everyone who graduated and became a #Power2Graduate this year! 🎓 It was a privilege to celebrate this incredible milestone with the young people we support. We hope our graduates are incredibly proud of everything they’ve achieved! 💚

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

We’d like to say a huge well done to the young people on the @ukyouth.bsky.social Summer Jobs Programme who we’ve been supporting over the summer during their work placements across Greater Manchester. (1/2)

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

As part of the recent independent evaluation of Power2 Thrive, we heard from the young people, their families and teachers about their experiences of the programme and its impact. Swipe through to hear what they had to say 👉 Read the full evaluation report: www.power2.org/our-external...

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Earlier this week, we shared the findings of an independent evaluation of our Power2 Thrive programme. The programme was designed around the idea that young people need opportunities to experience themselves differently, including through: (1/3)

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

We're looking for Freelance Programme Facilitators to deliver our programmes in: 📍 Staffordshire 📍 Nottinghamshire 📍 North East Apply today: www.power2.org/vacancies/fr... #staffordshire #nottinghamshire #northeast #newcastle #sunderland

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

We’re proud to share the findings of a new independent evaluation of our group mentoring programme Power2 Thrive, conducted by Stories of Change and funded by the Prudence Trust. Power2 Thrive supports young people with their wellbeing as they mentor a younger child over 16 weeks. (1/2)

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

As the new academic year begins, we’re excited to continue helping children and young people improve their wellbeing so that they can feel confident about their future and all they can achieve ✨ Our alumni know first-hand how important it is to build confidence and believe in yourself. (1/2)

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

We’re hiring! 💚 Here are the current opportunities to join our team: • Programme Assistant – North West • Freelance Facilitators – Staffordshire, Nottinghamshire and the North East Find out more and apply today: www.power2.org/who-we-are/w...

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

📣 Our work is expanding to new areas! We’re currently looking for Freelance Programme Facilitators to deliver our programmes in: 📍Staffordshire 📍Nottinghamshire 📍The North East (particularly Newcastle and Sunderland) Find out more and apply: www.power2.org/vacancies/fr...

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Over the summer, we’ve been supporting young people aged 16-20 during their work placements through @ukyouth.bsky.social Summer Jobs Programme in Greater Manchester. (1/4)

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

🚴 One of our trustees Troels Henriksen took on an extraordinary cycling challenge across Africa on a Brompton fold-up bike in support of Power2. A huge thank you to Troels, the distance you’ve travelled will help more young people create brighter futures. drive.google.com/file/d/10C5O...

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

On #InternationalFriendshipDay, we're celebrating the connections that help young people grow in confidence and believe in themselves. Watch Eser and Oliver share their story on stage at our 2025 London graduation ceremony 💚 Read their full story: www.power2.org/stories/eser...

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Congratulations to the UK's new Prime Minister, Andy Burnham. In today's speech, Andy reaffirmed his commitment to helping more young people into work and improving access to mental health support. (1/2)

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

🚨We’re delighted to welcome our new Board member, Anna Marks! 🚨 She said, “I strongly believe that education is the key to individual empowerment, innovation and personal and societal growth. This is why I am simply delighted to be joining Power2 as a Trustee.” www.power2.org/people/anna-...

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Before joining Teens and Toddlers, Laura had low confidence and was struggling to connect with her peers. She needed some support in expressing herself to others.

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

At Power2, we support children and young people facing challenges at pivotal moments in their lives. A former participant on Teens and Toddlers said, “The programme really helps with life skills and confidence. I feel more relaxed now about my anxiety.” (1/2)

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Our one-to-one Power2 Succeed programme helps reconnect care-experienced young people aged 16-25 with the opportunities they deserve. In our latest blog, we spoke to Programme Lead Andrew Hurrell about what this support looks like.

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Recently, Angela Rayner MP came to visit our Head Office in Ashton-under-Lyne to recognise the importance of the Cat’s Wardrobe initiative. Swipe across to learn more about the project 👉 (1/2)

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who donated over the last 2 weeks in the @biggive.bsky.social Champions for Children Challenge and helped us reach our fundraising target - we raised a total of £40,000! 🎉 (1/3)

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

📢 Angela Rayner MP visited our Head Office today to see the impact the Cat’s Wardrobe project is having on care-experienced young people in her constituency! 📢 Find out more about the visit and the project on our website: www.power2.org/news/angela-...

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Even though our Teens and Toddlers programme lasts just 16 weeks, its impact continues to shape young people’s lives for years after. Laiba, 21, is a young person who participated on our Teens and Toddlers programme eight years ago. (1/4)

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

In May, we held our first-ever Power2 Move challenge to celebrate our 25th anniversary! 👟 We set an ambitious goal to collectively reach 25 million steps by moving more throughout the month. And we’re proud to share that, together, we beat our target and reached a total of 27.9 million steps! 💚

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Earlier this month we held our annual Power2 Paddle dragon boat race fundraiser! 🛶 Congratulations to P&L: Profits and Lollipops from CVC for coming first place and taking home the winning trophy! 🏆

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Last year, we contacted our alumni to hear where life had taken them since completing a Power2 programme. One of the young people we reconnected with was Sainthavi, who joined Teens and Toddlers at 13. Hear Sainthavi tell her story in her own words in the video below. (1/2)

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Want to take on a new challenge? Join the Hackney Half Marathon and get involved in a weekend of movement, sport and entertainment. By running this half marathon, you'll help equip young people with the skills and confidence to succeed in their lives. (1/2)

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

On our group mentoring programmes, we pair a young person with a younger child. Along the way, they build genuine friendships that encourage them to be brave and strengthen their resilience. 73% of the young people we work with became less shy or withdrawn on our programmes.

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Today we’re gearing up for our annual #Power2Paddle fundraiser where we bring together our corporate partners for a competitive dragon boat race! 🛶 Thank you to everyone paddling and cheering today. Your support helps empower young people year after year. Let the racing begin!

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

We recently asked parents in the North West about their child’s experience on our programmes and the difference it’s made to their lives💚 Swipe across to see their comments 👉 #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

On #NationalChildrensDay, we’re celebrating the impact of positive role models and how they can inspire younger children to thrive. “Every week [the children] were excited to see us and they called us ‘big people’,” said Haroun, 16. Watch the video below to hear his story in his own words.

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Before joining Teens and Toddlers, Sienna, aged 13, was struggling to attend school. Her confidence was low, and she felt isolated. By the end of the programme, Sienna had made incredible progress. She started to speak up more in group sessions and her attendance more than doubled! (1/2)

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

We’d like to say a massive thank you to Thomas Bridges, Federica Corbelli, Harry Bradshaw and Kathyrn Hawkswell who ran in the 2026 London Marathon to help children and young people lead brighter, happier futures. You raised over £17,000 so far. (1/2)

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Building strong communication skills is vital for children and young people to express themselves, build confidence and connect with the world around them. On our programmes, 83% of the young people we support improved their communication skills. Find out more: www.power2.org/what-we-do/o...

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

At Power2, we design our programmes around the needs of the children and young people we support. Each year, 28% of the young people on our programmes have special educational needs and disabilities, as well as experiencing low mental wellbeing and disengagement from education. (1/2)

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

We spoke to Kieron Burke, Assistant Headteacher at Little Ilford School about the benefits of our group and one-to-one programmes. He said, “Being able to join a Power2 programme during the school day ensures our students can access valuable opportunities." (1/2)

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

At our anniversary event in February, we spoke to Rob Powell, long term supporter of Power2, about the impact of our work on children and young people over the last 25 years. Watch the video below to hear Rob’s reflections 👇

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Many of the children and young people we support struggle with low confidence. We’re proud that 88% of the young people we support improve their self-confidence after participating on one of our programmes. If you'd like a Power2 programme at your school, contact us at schools@power2.org.

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Young people are at the heart of everything we do. At Power2, we’re working towards a world where every child and young person feels happy, supported, trusted and included. Swipe across to see our vision 👉 Read our latest impact report: www.power2.org/what-we-do/o...

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

📢New job opportunity! We’re currently looking for Programme Leads in the North West! For more information and to apply: www.power2.org/vacancies/pr...

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Young people don’t need fixing. They need space to grow, someone to believe in them and the chance to see what they’re made of. Our programmes create supportive environments where they can do just that. (1/2)

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

We’re delighted to share that we’ve won a High Sheriff Award! 🎉 It was lovely to celebrate last Friday at the awards evening at Manchester Youth Zone alongside the young people we support. A special thank you to the High Sheriff of Greater Manchester, Martin Ainscough, for recognising our work.

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

These are 25 defining moments from the past 25 years that have guided our work and the way we show up for children and young people 🌟 Discover more about our work with children and young people: www.power2.org/what-we-do/o...

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Power2 @power2org.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Last week we came together to celebrate 25 years of supporting children and young people to build happy and fulfilling lives 🎉 To everyone who joined us on the night - and to everyone who has supported our work over the years - thank you. (1/2)

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