* Children and young people's charity * Improving wellbeing, academic engagement and unlocking potential * Early-intervention * Trusted adult support * Award-winning 1:1 and group programmes inc. Teens and Toddlers www.power2.orghttps://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mk7yy7hhmk2lBuilding 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: https://www.power2.org/what-we-do/our-impact/24 Apr 2026 07:30 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk7yy7hhmk2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mk3h5ttmlu2fAt 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)22 Apr 2026 12:00 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk3h5ttmlu2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mjgwd5bsq226“Seeing the children understand and respond because of my support made me feel more confident in myself.” – Aleesha, 18 (2022 graduate) Watch the video to hear more about Aleesha’s story: https://youtube.com/shorts/h14iOpsqhq4 Read her full story: https://www.power2.org/stories/aleesha/14 Apr 2026 08:06 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjgwd5bsq226https://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mj2byljslt27We 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)09 Apr 2026 07:30 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mj2byljslt27https://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mivctatbey2bAt 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 👇07 Apr 2026 08:01 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mivctatbey2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mij5x546tr2pMany 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.02 Apr 2026 12:02 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mij5x546tr2phttps://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mie4y5loiv2gYoung 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: https://www.power2.org/what-we-do/our-impact/31 Mar 2026 12:02 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mie4y5loiv2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mhs7ldz5zl2o"Without these experiences, I wouldn’t be where I am today." - Rahul, 23 (2015 graduate) Watch Rahul tell his story: https://youtube.com/shorts/5LppOAx9xu4?feature=share Read the full story in our impact report (pages 18 and 19): https://www.power2.org/what-we-do/our-impact/24 Mar 2026 09:00 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhs7ldz5zl2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mhpx5qjlss2s📢New job opportunity! We’re currently looking for Programme Leads in the North West! For more information and to apply: https://www.power2.org/vacancies/programme-lead-nw/23 Mar 2026 11:24 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhpx5qjlss2shttps://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mhakmwciwm2bYoung 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)17 Mar 2026 08:30 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhakmwciwm2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mgwkijetft26We’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.13 Mar 2026 09:01 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgwkijetft26https://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mgrjl534th2uThese 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: https://www.power2.org/what-we-do/our-impact/11 Mar 2026 09:01 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgrjl534th2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mgezfgx4o62b“Teens and Toddlers showed me that there are so many opportunities you can go after in the world." – Blessing, 20 (2018 graduate) Watch Blessing tell her story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zidYouMqCzg Read her full story in our new impact report (see pages 16-17): https://www.power2.org/what-we-do/our-impact/06 Mar 2026 09:40 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgezfgx4o62bhttps://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mg7wb7upcj2zLast 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)04 Mar 2026 09:00 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mg7wb7upcj2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mfqv4ggknh23Today we launch our new impact report covering the 25 years since Power2 was first established as a charity. Read the full report: www.power2.org/impact-report26 Feb 2026 09:30 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfqv4ggknh23https://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mfbpsavgiy23On #CareDay, we stand with care-experienced young people and their right to a bright, fulfilling future. Through our work at Power2, we support young people to strengthen their wellbeing and reconnect with the opportunities that they deserve, regardless of their background or challenges.20 Feb 2026 08:45 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfbpsavgiy23https://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mf27cs46vo2b“I cannot thank you enough. She has loved every minute, and after a horrible last year, it’s really helped her.” – Parent of a young person on Power2 Thrive Feedback like this makes us even more inspired to support children and young people to overcome obstacles and be successful in their lives.17 Feb 2026 09:01 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mf27cs46vo2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3menlaahyun23At the heart of our Teens and Toddlers programme are mutually beneficial relationships that support the wellbeing of both a young person and the toddler they mentor. Read Alex and Payton's story: https://www.power2.org/stories/alex-and-payton/ #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek12 Feb 2026 08:30 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3menlaahyun23https://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3meil4zraq62373% of the young people we support improved their school engagement after participating on one of our programmes.   At Power2, we’re committed to helping young people re-engage with education, so they feel happier and more optimistic about their future.  https://www.power2.org/our-programmes/10 Feb 2026 08:45 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3meil4zraq623https://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mdxg4v3vtb23Did you get a place in this year’s London Marathon? Would you like to run for an important cause? Run for Power2 and support children and young people’s wellbeing. Your fundraising will help young people rediscover the joy of learning and create bright opportunities for their future. (1/2)03 Feb 2026 13:00 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdxg4v3vtb23https://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mdneazvvnv23Are you an experienced Trusts and Foundations fundraiser? Come and join our team! As Senior Trusts and Foundations Manager, you’ll lead on fundraising and be responsible for relationships, applications and reporting to major Trust and Foundation funders. To apply: https://www.power2.org/vacancies/senior-trusts-and-foundations-manager/30 Jan 2026 13:00 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdneazvvnv23https://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mdkgglz3px2dAt our 2024 North West graduation ceremony, Daniel, 14, gave an emotional speech about how his life changed when he moved from the United Arab Emirates to the UK. When Daniel started school, the other young people in his year picked on him. (1/3)29 Jan 2026 09:01 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdkgglz3px2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3md3dmpxjqu2dWe’re looking for Freelance Programme Facilitators in Staffordshire! In this role, you’ll work as a mentor empowering young people to develop self-esteem, become resilient and engage with school and their own future. To apply: https://www.power2.org/vacancies/freelance-facilitator/23 Jan 2026 09:00 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3md3dmpxjqu2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mczakq4jqe2pMentoring transforms the way children and young people learn, grow and develop. In this video, Jack Walker-Lewis, Assistant Principal at Oasis Academy Limeside, tells us how the young children at his primary school benefit from the Teens and Toddlers programme. (1/2)22 Jan 2026 13:00 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mczakq4jqe2phttps://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mcujpsiclh24Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with their wellbeing? Join us as a Programme Lead in London! Work will include 1:1 support and delivery of Power2’s group programmes. To apply: https://www.power2.org/vacancies/programme-lead/20 Jan 2026 16:01 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mcujpsiclh24https://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mckg4kjsxf2jExciting opportunity to join our team 📢 We’re currently looking for a Senior Trusts and Foundations Manager. For more information and to apply: https://www.power2.org/vacancies/senior-trusts-and-foundations-manager/16 Jan 2026 15:30 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mckg4kjsxf2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mch7wli2st23“100% of the young people reported an increased enjoyment of learning and said that they would recommend the programme to other young people.” – Sarah Dacey, Virtual School Headteacher, Wirral Virtual School We love hearing such wonderful feedback from the schools we work with! 💚15 Jan 2026 09:01 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mch7wli2st23https://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mcc7qrbapc2nAre you ready to take on a new challenge this year? 🏃 Join the Royal Parks Half Marathon and experience a 13.1 mile route through four of London’s iconic Royal Parks. Sign up: https://runforcharity.com/charity-registration/power2-ltd/royal-parks-half-marathon/register Alternatively, you can secure your place by contacting fundraising@power2.org.13 Jan 2026 09:15 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mcc7qrbapc2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3mbt46gdbuq2jOf the children and young people supported on our Teens and Toddlers programme, 84% improved their confidence and 80% improved their communication skills. Alanna, a former participant, said, “I’ve built up better relationships and I’m more confident in communicating with people."07 Jan 2026 09:01 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mbt46gdbuq2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/power2org.bsky.social/post/3madbnf74f223Levi dropped out of school and became involved in drug dealing to make ends meet, leaving him disconnected from his family and friends. At a critical moment in his life, he needed the right support to help him turn things around. (1/3)19 Dec 2025 08:31 +0000at://did:plc:jpbjtasunvoussooq2c6emqb/app.bsky.feed.post/3madbnf74f223