Dedicated to giving young people opportunities to play a part in creating a sustainable future

Global Generation supports young people to generate change. We focus our projects on the three interdependent themes of 'I, We and The Planet'. This approach increases awareness of self, community and the natural environment and instils young people with the confidence to generate change in business and the local community. We use practical projects as a way of demonstrating the importance of 'learning, doing and reflecting'in empowering young people to make a real difference.

Why the community needs this charity

Global Generation are developing new ways for young people in urban communities to work with local people and businesses. Young people from schools, housing estates and hostels for homeless young people grow herbs and vegetables in school grounds, local green spaces and rooftop allotments; learn how to prepare healthy food; and compost food waste. They are also involved in social enterprise and ethical business by selling the produce they grow - enabling them to gain important life skills.

Results and outcomes

- 454 children and young people invovled in the last 12 months - 'I didn't realise this kind of thing happens on top of buildings"¦it makes me think of all the things we could do in London.' participant 12 years - It's like being an adult and the chef is always happy with what we bring ...it's helped me to focus, get self esteem and to learn about another side of myself - participant 15 years - 'Best Regeneration Project' at the London Business Awards 2010 for the Skip Garden

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