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YOUNG GAMECHANGERS FUND- CO-OP Foundation

We’ve all heard of the supermarket Co-Op, but did you know they have a charitable arm? The Co-op Foundation is a  charity that aims to create a fairer and more equitable world. As part of that mission, they have recently launched the Young GameChangers Fund. 

The Fund  ( a whooping £4.5 million) aims to involve young people in the decisions they have historically been left out of.  They are searching for young activists, campaigners, disrupters, co-operators, and social entrepreneurs to lead youth-led social action across the UK. 

There are two types of funding available:  

AMIRA ISMAIL

Board Director

Amira is currently the Regional Programme Manager at the Ernst & Young (EY) Foundation. With a BA in History and an MA in International Relations from the University of Birmingham, Amira brings a rich background in youth engagement and empowerment.

Her dedication shines through her work with funders like the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation and her volunteer efforts with Chatham House, where she connects young people with key policymakers in international affairs.

Amira has also previously been a part of the programme We Don’t Settle emerged from, Don’t Settle, under Beatfreeks. She is deeply committed to creating safe spaces for young people to celebrate their lived experiences.