Why our work matters
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of students from underrepresented backgrounds say low confidence holds them back.
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of young people on free school meals aren’t in education, work, or training at 18 — twice as likely as their peers.
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of young people from underrepresented backgrounds say they don’t have a relatable role model.
Meet our incredible delivery partners hoping to change those statistics

Alain 'Fusion' Clapham is a dynamic storyteller, TEDx speaker, and creative educator who has worked with global brands like YouTube and runs culture platform BMT stories. He helps students harness the power of their own stories to to develop confidence, resilience, and self-belief.

Sammy Taylor is an award-winning mental health writer and the founder of Beauty in the Brain. Having overcome significant health challenges, she now shares her journey to inspire students to develop resilience and a positive mindset.

Jermaine Harris is a renowned motivational speaker and mindset coach who transformed his life after overcoming adversity. With a background in psychology and personal development, he has helped thousands of students build confidence, resilience, and a positive mindset.

Leah Chowdhry made history as the first British Asian woman to swim the English Channel. A business leader and motivational speaker, Leah shares her powerful story of perseverance, determination, and breaking barriers.

Andrew Jenkins, finalist on BBC’s The Traitors, is a motivational speaker and founder of Strength In You Ltd. After a life-changing car accident left him in a coma, doctors believed he would never walk or talk again. Andrew defied the odds—rebuilding his life, overcoming mental health struggles, and turning his story into a powerful message of resilience and hope.

Coach and EFT practitioner Ella Schwarz brings calm energy, honesty, and inspiration to her reflective workshop on confidence, purpose, and self-belief. Through guided visualisation and practical tools, Ella helps students connect with their “future self,” trust their intuition, and take small, confident steps toward the life they want to create.

Dr. Rosie Mead is a mental performance coach working with elite athletes, including NBA and EuroLeague players. She specializes in brain health, resilience, and high-performance mindset training, empowering students to unlock their full potential.

Shaun West is a former British Army Paratrooper turned business coach. He teaches students how to build resilience, overcome adversity, and take decisive action in their academic and personal lives.

Kelly Tamplin is a global transformation coach and speaker who turned personal burnout into a mission to empower others. After leaving a high-flying corporate career and overcoming depression, she discovered the power of self-leadership and confidence from within. Now, she’s delivered over 700 workshops worldwide,

Ricardo Erasmus is a transformational coach and youth mentor with over two decades of experience. His workshops emphasize community, accountability, and personal growth, inspiring students to support one another and excel.

Arianna McCulloch is a talented musical theatre actor and facilitator who inspires young people to step confidently into who they are and own their unique potential. Having performed in stage and immersive productions across the UK, Arianna combines her love of performance with a deep passion for helping others find their voice and build self-belief.

Singer and mental health advocate Eleni C brings creativity, warmth, and real-life insight to her empowering workshop on digital wellbeing and self-belief. Drawing on her experience performing on CBBC and touring schools across the UK, Eleni helps students explore how social media impacts their confidence and mindset.

Andy Hadfield is a retired Army officer with over 37 years of leadership experience. He shares real-world lessons on self-belief, adaptability, and leadership to inspire students to strive for excellence.

Kelly Phinn is a certified positive psychology and holistic coach who overcame chronic illness to transform her life. She helps students cultivate self-confidence, resilience, and a positive outlook.

Former solicitor and founder of All Rise, James Stewart brings energy, empathy, and lived experience to his inspiring workshop on mindset, action, and personal responsibility. Through interactive activities and powerful storytelling, students are encouraged to take bold steps, reframe failure, and shape their own future with purpose.

Mind of the Student was launched by Kieran and Jaylan who both struggled with their mental health in school. They are on a mission to transform the support young people get at school, so no one feels how they did. Developed by mental health professionals and educators, this interactive workshop equips students with knowledge and strategies to manage anxiety, stress, and emotional well-being in school and beyond.

Upfront Theatre Company delivers impactful, interactive plays on sensitive topics such as Mental health, relationships, and consent. Through live performances and audience participation, they help students develop empathy and communication skills.

The Outward Bound Trust is an educational charity that unlocks young people’s potential through transformative outdoor experiences.
“I loved it – it was inspirational, impressive and motivational – it makes you want achieve greatness. You can overcome life’s challenges, if you believe in yourself. ” Student, Khalsa Academy Wolverhampton
