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Statement from new Board of Trustees - 30th November 2019

Ross

Name:	Ross Hume
Age:	19
Year of the Fix:	2013
Location:	County Antrim
Campaign:	Encouraging schools to make bagpipes part of the music curriculum

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I have been playing in pipe bands for around 10 years. I’ve seen how popular they are across Northern Ireland but bagpipes is still not taught in schools.

That's why my team of Fixers and I are encouraging local schools to include piping in their music curriculum, thereby getting more young people learning to play an iconic instrument.

Teaching it in Scotland and even countries like Canada, USA, Australia and New Zealand, is quite common. But pipe lessons in school are virtually unheard of in Northern Ireland.

With the help of Fixers, my team and I have created a film which will hopefully make schools realise how beneficial bagpipes can be for pupils and the wider community.

Here is a list of Fixers helping me with my Fix:

Aaron McLean	Darren Crooks	John Fittis
Aaron Stewart	Dean Smyth	Jolon Cupples
Adam Fittis	Emmett Conway	Jordan Bailie
Adele Newell	Gareth McLees	Joseph Weir
Alastair Donoghy	Glenn Ross	Kyle Heaney
Andew Elliot	Isabelle Gray	Russell Stewart
Cameron McLean	Jarra Bigger	Lauren Hanna
Conor McCallion	Jason Hasson	Lindsay Hasson
Craig Rogers	Jemma Hartley	Marcus Wenlock
Danielle Hamilton	Jenny Orr	Stephen Taylor
Seana McAteer	Shannon McAteer	Roshan O'Donnell
Tineke Westerhuis	Nicole McMullan	Ross Bingham
Matthew Shaw	Paul Thompson	Sarah Moore
Russell Stewart	Sarah McCullough	Thomas Henry
Scott Barr	Scott Wallace	Aaron McLean
Laureen Montgomery	Lachlainn Ferguson	Darren Crooks
Neil Badger	Nicole Badger

Andy McGregor, Ulster Scots Agency

Andy supported my Fixers project. He is a piping tutor with the Ulster Scots Agency and provided useful information for the Fix.

Richard Parkes MBE, Field Marshal Montgomery Pipe Band

Richard is the PM of the pipe band and supported the Fix. He gave permission for the music track to be used on the film as well as advice on the project generally.

Sharon Baird, Belfast Boys' Model School

Sharon is Head of Music at the school. She allowed for the piping and drumming lessons, which are currently being run independently by the school, to be filmed for our Fixers film.

Ray Hall, Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association (Northern Ireland Branch)

As the branch chairman, Ray Hall gave Fixers permission to promote/recruit young people at any RSPBA(NI) event/competition in Northern Ireland as well as authorised the use of any footage from RSPBA member bands in the film.

Ian Burrows, Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association (Northern Ireland Branch)

As project manager for the RSPBA (NI) Ian has given advice about this campaign.

Winston Pollock, Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association (Northern Ireland Branch)

Winston Pollock is the principal of the RSPBA (NI) branch school. He has provided information and advice for our project, as well as helped us promote the film.

Heather Lowry, St Malachy's College

Heather is Head of Music at the college. She allowed us to film the piping and drumming programme that she currently runs independently in the school.

Paul McHugh, Slemish College (Integrated)

Paul is the Principal of Slemish Integrated College. He provided an interview for the film commenting on how he'd love to offer piping and drumming lessons in the school if only the resources were more widely available.

Mark Wilson, Drummer & Percussionist

Mark is a world champion drummer, former member Field Marshal Montgomery Pipe Band and currently is a presenter on the BBC2 NI Ulster Scots programme 'Santer'. He has given advice on the project and offered his support with any event.

Paul McCrisken, NEELB (North Eastern Education and Library Board)

Thank you to Paul who appeared in our broadcast piece to provide an interview and support our campaign.

November 2013

Responses to our campaign/workshops have been really great, some of the feedback we have received can be seen below:

Bethany Orr, Pupil

'The Piping and Drumming workshop was very interesting and entertaining. I think it would be good if any one who wanted to learn could do it in school.'

Demi Matthews, Pupil

'The Piping and Drumming workshop was excellent. If there was more opportunity to learn I think a lot of people would take it up.'

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Samuel

I want people to feel comfortable in their own skin and not worry about appearance.

Maddie

I’m campaigning to change the importance of beauty in being successful.

Lana

I'm creating a quiet space at a care home for people with disabilities.

Hannah Raine

I want to help other young women recognise the symptoms of endometriosis.

Dougie Noble

I want to help stop bullying by addressing the root causes of abusive behaviour.

Lisa M

We want people who are experiencing domestic abuse to seek help.

Chloe M

I want to break down negative stereotypes associated with flute bands.

Nerys

I want primary school children who speak Welsh to learn French.

Marti

I want to show that disabled people have a lot to offer in the workplace.

Peter C

My team and I want to improve road safety by encouraging drivers to slow down.

Nicola

I want young people to become more engaged in politics and use their vote.

Kimmy

I want young people to see beyond labels.

Sean

I want to discourage people from suicide and encourage them to talk when they feel down.

Hannah Baker

Hannah is helping others process their emotions following a cancer diagnosis.

Marc

I want to inspire young people to get involved in improving local youth services.

Amy M

Studying art helped me defeat my depression. Now I want others to do the same.

'Lilly'

I want school staff to be more sympathetic to a young carer's circumstances.

Rebecca C

My team and I want to help others understand what it’s like to be a young carer.

Kim

I want to help mums whose partners are in the armed forces create support groups.

Dale L

I'm sharing my story to show how food poverty affects young people.

Upile

I want to stop the prejudice that prevents people on benefits renting privately.

Sophie T

I want to raise awareness of cyberbullying and the effects it can have.

Sophie Elston

Sophie wants to help other young carers through support groups.

Andrew M

My team and I want to encourage young people to get involved in sport.

Lauren Murchison

I want young mothers dealing with post- natal depression to speak about their emotions.

Michelle

I see so many people smoking underage, and I want to stop this.

Chelcie

My group and I are using drama to boost self-esteem and promote positivity.

Rachel C

I want to keep traditional Scottish music alive.

‘Lena’

I want to help teachers and other professionals to spot the signs of abuse in others.

Samantha

I've created a website to help people with diabetes interact with each other.

Rema

I want people to think twice before binning their old clothes.

Rachel A

I want those experiencing mental health problems to talk about their feelings.

Haleemah

I want to make sure that hate crime doesn't go unchallenged.

Imogenn

I want to support young people who are going through bereavement.

Ackley Da Silva

I want to encourage victims of sexual abuse to seek help

Megan H

I want to encourage other young people with mental health conditions to seek help.

Febimara Sey

My film shows the real life experience of young BAME actors.

Joe Holdsworth

Knife crime is the top concern for young people, so we've made a film about the dangers.

Joe Yates

Joe and his friends are encouraging others to stand up to suicide.

Abigail S

We want people to tackle the stigma surrounding foodbanks.

Jazz

I spent 483 days in jail and want to stop others from making similar mistakes.

Calvin Glen

I want to increase the public's understanding of Asperger's Syndrome

Danielle

I want to encourage diversity in North Shields.

Hayley

I campaigned about the danger of someone deliberately spiking your drink.

Dionne McFarlane

I want to help people with endometriosis get help sooner.

Jemma Watson

I want young people to feel confident to pursue arts-based careers

Patricia

We are showing young people the negative effects of legal highs.

Shauna D

I want to stop ex-offenders from being marginalised.

Abi Fraser

I want people to take antibiotics with care

Rhiane

I am campaigning for bus fares in Torbay to be lowered.

'John'

I want young people to choose a positive future regardless of their upbringing.

Allie

My group and I are educating teachers of the struggles students with mental health issues face.

Louise M

We want young people with anxiety to be supported in schools.

'Alice'

I want to show domestic abuse isn't exclusive to heterosexual couples

Jennifer Stevens

My team and I want to help tackle hate crime.

Sanya

We want young people to know their rights during a police stop and search.

Shaunie McAvoy

Shaunie wants to call out catcalling.

Connor S

I’m encouraging others to seek help for mental ill health.

Sophie D

I want universities to be more supportive of a young carer’s needs.

Kelly

I'm making people aware of the processes involved in fast fashion.

Jenny* and Amelia*

A campaign about two mums who found themselves raising their children alone after the men who...

Mia D

I want to warn people of the dangers of drink driving.

Carys

My team and I are promoting healthy perceptions of body image.

Morgan Williams

I want the Customs Roundabout Underpasses to be safer

Nikita B

I want young people who are experiencing mental health issues to seek help.

Sam J

I want young people in Cumbria to have higher career ambitions.

Crystal and Jack

We want bus drivers and young people to get along.

Jonadette

I want to see young people pursue hobbies based on passion rather than gender.

Serena Arthur

I want to encourage young children to enjoy literacy

Dylan

I want to warn others my age about the consequences of drinking too much alcohol.

Sianagh

I want more young people with disabilities to get involved in para-climbing.

Tolu Abisogun

I want people to know they can achieve great things if they believe in themselves.

Me and my friends want young people to know that calories aren't the enemy!

I want young people to understand that calories are just another word for energy, which is...

Jade F

I want society to treat those with Asperger's Syndrome like anybody else.

Laura M

Having lived with OCD, I’m helping others understand the condition.

Sam T

My team and I want to prevent use of the word ‘gay’ as a negative term.

Matthew M

I want to inspire young people to get involved with sports.

John

I was bullied for being in care. I want to stop this happening to others.

Carly C

I want people to ignore pressures to look perfect and encourage them to be themselves.

Becky H

I want teachers and schools to be aware of the difficulties young carers face.

Maria

I want others with facial palsy to know that they're not alone.

Connie Chadwick

A campaign to encourage better road safety.

Becky

I want to support the partners of people in prison and help them better understand the criminal...

Elissa

I want to help young people develop a healthy attitude towards body image.

Stan

We want people to see the struggles you can face living on benefits.

Zeynab

I want to encourage young people to make the most of their education.

Zoe W

I hope my experiences will stop other young people rushing into cosmetic surgery.

Ashleigh

I’m urging young people with mental health issues not to turn to drink or drugs.

Olivia

I'm showing others the health and social benefits of taking up surfing.

Amy

I want more people to be tested for HIV so it's not inadvertently spread.

Lewis R

My team and I want to inspire other young people to explore the Lake District.

‘Robyn’

I want to show people dealing with traumatic experiences that they’re not alone.

Summer Hammond

I want young mums living in supported living to not be ashamed of asking for help.

Megan Hinton

I'm tackling the stigma of grieving for a pet

Adam H

I want society to appreciate bats and see past their 'scary' stereotype.

Damon

I want employers to not judge me based on my condition.

Arron

We want young people to think more carefully about what they post on social media.

Rhian

Opening up about self-harm can be scary, so I'm encouraging others to speak out.

Jasmine Flanagan

A joint campaign with Freya Selman to raise awareness about mental health.

Adam F

I'm warning of violence caused by drink after my brother was killed in a drunken attack.

Catherine L

I want young parents to get the credit they deserve without being negatively judged.

Sandy

We want more support for young people living in the Highlands.

Cairo

I want to show homeless young people that help is out there.

Emma Nelson

I want to encourage people to be supportive of alopecia sufferers.

Katie Finch

Katie wants to challenge people's misconceptions of poor mental health.

Joseph J

I want people with disabilities to be treated equally.

Laksha

We want to show young people the impact of behaving anti-socially.

Steve M

We want young drivers in modified cars to be treated with respect.

George G

I want people to stop wasting food

Ashley Green

I want to educate people about autism.

Ryan D

I want people with disabilities to play sports.

Emilia Ashton

I want to challenge Rotherham's bad reputation

Rosie Ward

I want more recognition for women in football

Mac Cook

I want to highlight the reality of life for teens in isolated rural communities

Jennii

I want to use my music to help others who have been in care like myself.

Megan

With the help of my friends, we're stopping bullying in schools.

Jahtoya

I want to see more support for homeless people.

Hayley C

I want children with asthma to know more about the condition.

Skillnet Schools Team

We're changing how people look at learning difficulties across Kent.

Kieran F

I want people to stay safe at the beach.

Cydney

I'm using a website to encourage young people to speak about mental health issues.

Rae Bolton

I am campaigning to raise awareness about bullying in schools

Becky W

I want highlight that anybody can experience a mental health problem.

Antony

I want to show how bullying can affect young people in later life

Kathryn J

I want to show that with the right support, young people can live independently.

Iona

We're showing bullies that their actions can ruin lives.

Ben Bengey

I want more school leavers to consider a career in the fishing industry

Rachel B

I want other young women to participate in sport.

Muge

I want to see greater diversity within the TV industry.

Breaghanna McMahon

I want teenagers to open up about stress at school.

Emma D

I'm helping young people with ME understand that they can get better.

Craig

We want to change negative misconceptions of young offenders

Matin Zoormand

Matin wants more people to talk about racism

Amy Payne

I want people to realise that bullies need help too.

David

I want to encourage the integration of disabled students at my college.

Izak Jackson

I want to encourage people to keep coastlines clean

Kirsty T

I'm helping more people understand the complex nature of autism.

'Sara'

I want young people experiencing homelessness to know they can tell someone.

Emma

I want foster carers to be trained to support young people realising they are LGBT.

Darcie

We want more people to get involved in sport.

Katy B

I want people to not let anything hold them back in life.

Tholani

I want young people of African descent to embrace their ancestral language.

Laura Q

I'm encouraging young people with mental health issues to speak out.

El

I am backing a campaign to lift community spirit through anonymous poetry.

Jordan S

I want to help those with learning difficulties express themselves.

Ben Stephenson

No-one is perfect but wouldn't it be better if people worked as a team?

Ciarán

I want students to look out for vulnerable people in their midst on campus.

Alicja

I want people with disabilities to be treated in the same way as everyone else.

'Lily'

I want to raise awareness of sexual exploitation and challenge stereotypes

Nikita

I want to show young people that criminal actions have consequences.

Rianna

I want youngsters to know how to behave correctly in different situations.

Lindsey

A Cheltenham Fixer wants people to not make assumptions about 'invisible' illnesses.

Brent

I've lived with Tourette's since I was 15 and am now helping others.

Cynthia Tafrey

I want all children to be given the same opportunities regardless of where they were born

Andy

We’re showing young people what there is to do in Yate in South Gloucestershire.

Paige Sheerin

I want others to take time giving something back in their local community.

Alizeh Abdul Rahman

I want to highlight the benefits of religious education in schools

Jack H

I've made a music video telling I left a life of crime behind

Demi-Leigh

We want people with mental health conditions to speak out.

Becky Lawley

I want people to understand the signs of social anxiety.

Hollie C

I want to challenge people who say ME is not a 'real' illness.

Lysette Hacking

I want to get more women into construction jobs

Aldous

I want to show that having diabetes doesn’t have to rule your life.

Alice

I'm holding an event to boost the confidence of young people with autism.

Naomi L

I want to help young people spot the signs of a mental health condition.

'Zoe'

We want to encourage communication to prevent family breakdown.

Leigh-Ann

I want to inspire young people to be more confident in themselves.

Thetford Fixers

We want teachers to understand autism so they can support autistic pupils.

Lucy Prentice

I want to change the law that prevents young adult carers from being in full time education

Elijah

I want people to better understand gender identity.

Megan McNern

I want to challenge the negative use of anonymous social media sites.

Cameron Farish

Cameron wants to help people understand that Dyspraxia is.

Christina

I want to encourage young people to take up basketball.

Ferhaz Alam

I want people to understand the consequences of unsafe driving, even for a second.

Conrad

I want more tube stations to be step-free so the Underground is accessible to all.

Natalie

I want to raise awareness of self-harm and educate people about the signs.

Charlene W

Charlene is encouraging parents of children with special needs to share stories

Matt D

I'm highlighting the confidence boosting power of performing arts.

Jenny M

I want young people to improve their mental well-being

Naoise

My team and I want teachers to address the issue of domestic violence.

Stuart

I want to make young people aware of the consequences of carrying a knife.

Jessica R

I want to help people fully understand the cost of caring for a horse.

'Eliza'

I want to keep women's rights on the agenda so more is done to achieve equality.

Mohammad

I want to inspire people to choose education over crime.

Ryan Stephenson

I want to encourage people with cystic fibrosis to get fit.

Arshad

I'm asking others not to judge those with hidden illnesses.

Bonnie Fox

I want to increase support for people with mental health conditions

Macauley Collinson

A campaign to encourage people to be more respectful of people with disabilities

Corinna

I'm raising awareness of asexuality to prevent negative misconceptions.

Cameron

I want to challenge negative perceptions of people with tattoos and piercings.

Hannah Bussingham

We want people to be more accepting of others.

Loni-Ann

I want to encourage travel companies to lower fares for under 19s in Carrickfergus.

Amy A

We want to stop human trafficking from happening in Northern Ireland.

Natasha Mead

I want to get people with disabilities involved in sport

Charlie Bowie

I want people caring for relatives with alcohol or drug addictions to get help

Cillian

I'm standing up for LGBT people in Belfast.

Marvin & Louise

We want to show what it's really like to live in a hostel

Jemima Browning

I want to promote more activity groups for young people with disabilities

Abigail C

I want to encourage more people to take up swimming.

Sophie Clarke

I want to make parents and teachers aware of self-harm

'Georgia'

I thought that drugs had changed my life for the better...but I was wrong.

Elizabeth

I want to inspire young people to start their own businesses.

Courtney M

I want to encourage others to speak out about emotional abuse.

Holly C

I want to show young people that mental health should not be dealt with alone.

Naomi Ebanks

After my friend was stabbed, I want others to think twice before carrying a knife.

Richie

I'm encouraging kids in my community to follow positive paths and steer clear of crime.

Mhairi

I want more young people to be aware of the benefits of peer education.

Khizer

I want other young Asian Scots to remember the stories of their grandparents.

Venka

I was born to a teen mum and am now informing others about teen pregnancy.

Mason Wheaton

I want to encourage young people to dress only for themselves.

Matt Hood

I want to combat the bullying of transgender teens by educating schoolchildren about what it means...

'Kate'

I am concerned that not enough people understand the reality of Jihadi Brides

Jennifer T

We want to encourage men who are experiencing domestic abuse to seek help.

Ellie Hawcutt

Ellie wants to raise awareness about body stereotypes in the dance industry.

'Jayme-Leigh'

I want medical professionals to better understand the needs of young patients.

Raveena Nandra

I want people to know that it is important to deal with bereavement

Jack W

My team and I are encouraging other young people to take an interest in history.

Harriet Davis

I want to improve understanding of eating disorders in the medical profession

Kate Grant

I want to show that having a disability doesn’t make you less capable

Vince

I was in a motorbike accident and now want others to ride safely.

Charlotte V

I'm using the power of animation to overcome autism.

Cat

We want school pupils to be taught what is healthy in a relationship.

Zishi Zhang

I want to encourage young people to vote

Jordan O'Hara

My team and I are warning young people that drug abuse can destroy lives.

Kayleigh Clinton

I want to tell LGBT+ teens that coming out doesn't have to be a big deal.

Georgia Edwards

I want better mental health training for police officers

Tobias

I want to make people smile so Wrexham is a brighter, happier place.

Chelsea Cooper King

My team and I are showing others how to eat healthily on a budget.

'Caroline'

I want to show that there is no such thing as a 'typical' rape.

Hannah E

My fiance and I are improving local transport links to nearby towns.

Jack and Pierre

We want to educate young people on the dangers of knife fights.

Declan

My team and I want to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of teenage cancer.

Ben Dalton

I want to help impose age limits on tyres fitted to buses and coaches

Robyn Wimble

I want to encourage young people to open up about their mental health

Shannon Johnson

I want to encourage women to play rugby

Emily M

My parents divorced, now I’m helping others affected by marriage breakdown.

'Michael'

I want to show how alcoholism effects not just the drinker, but loved ones as well.

'Najma'

I want to help end the practice of female genital mutilation.

Hannah

I want to use my experience of family breakdown to help others.

Choman

I want to educate cyclists and drivers on how to share the road safely.

Asa Taylor-Gell

I want people with anxiety to take a positive step towards self-help.

Hatty

I want to get people to look below the surface to better understand young people.

Russell

I want others to get tested for heart conditions after I was diagnosed with one at 23.

Naomi F

My team and I want more job opportunities for people with learning difficulties.

Sarah

With the help of my friends, I'm making people aware of homophobic bullying.

Serena

I want to warn others of the dangers of legal highs.

Jemma A

I want young people to speak openly about bereavement.

Lauren Sloan

I want to highlight the systems in place to help those with mental ill health.

Anna

My team and I want universities to help asylum seekers access higher education.

'Millie'

My friend and I were victims of cyber bullying - we're using this experience to help others.

Carrie

We want parents of premature babies to know that support is available.

Rachel W

I'm creating a theatre group to give young people valuable work experience.

Cody Rennie

I want to break down prejudices about homelessness

Zahra Dadd

I want others with multicultural backgrounds to be proud of who they are.

Kirstie Greer

I want to show a 'one size fits all' approach to mental health doesn't work

Lauryn

I want to educate teenagers about the realities of being a young parent.

Lewis B

I want to help others better understand autism.

Pembe

We want less division between the police and young people

Paige

I want to encourage more women to consider a career in construction.

Layne McShane

I want people to seek out real role models instead of looking up to celebrities.

Imogen

I used to self-harm. Now I am providing support for others who do.

Sereena

We want people to treat those with learning difficulties with respect.

David McKeegan

We want to see better sports facilities in The Glens.

Maryam

I want young people to make positive life choices.

Jessi

I created a music video to help encourage young people into an arts career.

Access To Music Fixers

We want to help young people appreciate music.

Liza

We want to change people's negative perceptions of the circus.

Ross

I want students to learn how to play bagpipes as part of their curriculum.

Nathan Hiams

I want to stop people bullying, and whispering about, those with mental health conditions.

Simon B

We want employers to offer work experience that offers people genuine career skills.

Calli Marie Brighton

I want people to understand the effect abuse has on its victims.

Harry Bowden

I want to get more young people to take an interest in historic buildings

'Catherine'

I want children to keep children safe by teaching them about their 'private parts'

Josh Kennedy

I want to show young people how important it is to have a good education

Hannah M

We want people to take up sports they enjoy, unaffected by gender stereotypes.

Daniel M

I want to show the impact of cuts to youth services

Madison Clarke

I want to show how fostering can benefit families

Cara

I want young people to have a proper understanding of the Scottish referendum.

Vicki

I want primary school children to learn sign language.

Emmanuel Dadzie

I want to urge young people not to settle when it comes to their career goals.

Thirza Walton

I want teachers to better understand the reality of life for young carers

Sadie

I’m urging people who suspect a child is at risk of sexual abuse to tell someone.

Ben C

I’m battling a brain tumour and hope to inspire others, like me, to stay strong.

Alex

We’re showing people the benefit of a positive outlook through acts of kindness.

Holly

I want people to understand how to act around those that are disabled.

Dale

I want to raise the profile of the music scene in my quiet town of Yate.

Chanel

I want to encourage girls to not let anything hold them back in life.

'Jackie'

I want to warn teenagers about the signs of an unhealthy and abusive relationship.

Noah

Using postcards, I want people to see the hidden poverty in Cornwall.

Kurtis

I want others my age to think twice before moving out of the family home.

Ash

I want young people to follow their dreams after I achieved mine.

Faith Martin

I want to encourage people to speak out about bullying

Luke

My aim is to give youngsters more opportunities to do something useful.

Abbie F

I want to show that it's possible to recover from depression.

Eddie Callis

I want to encourage other people with autism to give art a try.

Carla

I want to show bullied young people the benefits of asking for help.

Rachel Frier

I want to educate young people on the risks of online grooming.

Gennifer

I want others to know where to find help when dealing with loss of a loved one.

Chloe Gallagher

We want others to pursue their dream jobs, unaffected by gender stereotypes.

Emily Long

I want people to learn basic mental health first aid skills

Nat Pattinson

I want to show disabled people the difference sport can make to their lives

Amy W

We want better transport options for young people in our community.

Katie Watts

Myself and others from Worcester Uni want to promote mental wellbeing

Skhumbuzo

I'm raising awareness about the persecution of LGBT people in countries where it is illegal.

Chris Bird

Chris wants people with mental health issues to embrace their differences

Jordan

I'm making people smile using the power of magic.

Aidan Furlong

I want to show the impact of death anxiety

Poppy

I’m proof of the life-changing impact of organ donation.

Gareth R

We want the public to see parkour as a genuine sport and not an anti-social activity.

Gopal

I want to challenge negative misconceptions of young people.

Chlo

I want to help others spot the signs of an abusive relationship.

Daniel T

My team and I want to those with disabilities to be treated equally and with respect.

Liam Thomas

We want people not to be embarrassed about accessing Free School Meals.

Gemma M

As young farmers we want to encourage others to take an interest in agriculture.

Kayleigh H

I want young people to be more aware of the dangers on the roads.

Sophie O

I want to make people aware of where their food is from to support local farmers.

Ryan E

I want break down society's negative stereotypes of the LGBT community.

Hannah A

We want young people to be careful about what they share online.

Charlotte

I'm trying to stop young people using the drug 'meow meow'.

Milly

I'm pointing out that some disabling illnesses are invisible, but very real.

Kathryn & Sophie

We want to help people with eating disorders and give information.

Jordan D

I want people to be more sympathetic toward those with hidden illnesses and disabilities.

Craig U

I want to encourage other young people to seek guidance from a mentor.

Cassie

I want to help create a safe atmosphere in schools for LGBT students.

Vicki D

I want people to understand that eating disorders are not based on vanity.

Ricky

I want young carers to be encouraged to seek support.

Chloe

I want to stop prejudice against people with hidden illnesses like Crohn's disease.

Jamie H

I want to show young people there is more to life than crime and drugs.

Owen Shore

I have created a film giving examples of unhealthy relationships so people know what to look out...

Jacob Ackroyd

I want to show sexuality doesn't define someone's personality

Jordan Jones

I want children to appreciate other cultures and not discriminate against them.

'Alice'

I want to encourage people who are self-harming to ask for help

Jermaine

I have experienced the heartache of witnessing a family member battle schizophrenia.

'Richard'

We want to address the problem of homophobic bullying.

Bogdan Chiva Giurca

A campaign to encourage health professionals to be more sympathetic towards cancer patients

Sabrina

I'm showing women in my area where they can turn for help with domestic violence.

Katie-Louise

I want young people to feel comfortable in their own skin.

Terrain

I want to get rid of negative stereotypes against young black people.

Josh Adams

I want professionals to engage more with young people who are caring for relatives with mental...

Darius Nasimi

A campaign to change the perception of refugees as a burden on society.

Piers

We feel that cuts to youth services will negatively impact young people's lives.

Lewis M

I want to encourage young people to go travelling and help them be better prepared when doing so.

Martin Berisford

I want to encourage young disabled people not to be held back by their disability

Lowri

I want to promote happiness in Ebbw Vale and defeat negativity.

Tom

I want to tackle the misconceptions surrounding Tourette's syndrome.

Lanai Collis-Phillips

A campaign to encourage positive body image.

Kaira Walcott

Kaira wants to help people understand the skin condition Vitiligo.

Paige H

My team and I want to challenge negative perceptions of street dance.

Anthony H

I want to tackle cyberbullying and encourage people to protect themselves online.

Emily W

I want to show people that bullying can have serious effects on mental health.

Luke Moynan

I want to push for a better bus service for young people in Cornwall

Annie

I want young people to learn about other cultures to prevent ignorance.

Shane Donaghy

I want to educate people about Asperger's Syndrome

Andrew B

I want young people to think about volunteering to gain work experience

Kate Dickins

I want to get people to talk about their mental health to someone they trust

Amy Hepburn

I want to show that young people get arthritis too

Ella

My team and I want others our age to take more of an interest in politics.

Atlanta Slater

I want people to express their emotions creatively

Zenisha Peterkin

I want to encourage self confidence in young people

Charlene

I want to show others, who are coping with grief, that help is available.

Soph

I want to challenge negative stereotypes of young people.

Marianna

We want to put a smile on people's faces in Sunderland with random acts of kindness.

Lauren M

I want people to stop associating the word "addiction" with negative connotations.

Amber

I want to advise young people on how to do well in a job interview.

Nathan McCard

I want to encourage young people who are being bullied to speak out

Jamie

I want to bring people together to fight cyberbullying.

Devan

I want to design a website for teachers to use to combat bullying.

Craig J

I want people with special educational needs to know they can achieve great things.

James H

I lost both my legs in a road accident and now want to raise awareness about road safety.

Alec

I’m encouraging better communication with those who have Asperger’s.

James S

A group of friends and I created a DVD to stop homophobic bullying.

Joseph

We want to stamp out bullying experienced by people with disabilities.

Katie B

We want to show teachers how young carers could benefit from support in school.

Alexander

We want to support unemployed young people with their job search.

Karabo Moruakgomo

I want people to be treated the same regardless of their culture, class or religion.

Mia

I want to encourage young people to talk about their emotions.

Kyle B

I want to show how parents with untreated mental illness can affect their children.

Rachel Mc

I want to support young people who are self-harming.

Gary H

I want young people to become volunteers for Maryport Inshore Rescue Service.

Phoebe W

I want to challenge misconceptions surrounding eating disorders.

Eadie

I'm a traveller, and I want to stop prejudice towards people like me.

Ashleigh A

I am tackling stigma so more people will get help for their mental health concerns.

Laura W

I'm helping young people consider the consequences of their decisions.

Anita

I’m urging young people not to suffer bullying in silence.

Megan L

We want people to spot the signs of eating disorders so others can get help.

Rosie-Louise

I want to raise awareness of child poverty in South Wales.

Bolton Bus Fixers

We are campaigning to lower bus prices for young people in Bolton.

Sarah S

I want to get young people interested and involved in politics.

Emily Lumley

I would like people to understand Alzheimer's so they can better support families.

Kiatipat

I want others to know that cerebral palsy does not mean I can't speak for myself.

Katherine

I want to let other young people with alopecia know they're not alone.

Ryan H

I want to warn other young people about the possible dangers of legal highs.

Simon L

I want police officers to better understand people with autism.

Nathan S

I'm showing illegal poachers the damage they are causing to fish reserves.

Timothy Cranfield

To explain the benefits of learning an instrument

Alicia Falconer

I want to help people understand what it's like to live with OCD

Jane

I want to raise awareness and understanding about eating disorders.

Michelle G

We’re encouraging young people to spend less time using technology.

Josh Connor

I want to raise the profile of invisible illnesses like ME.

Rae

I want people to know how they can support victims of sexual assault.

Katie Goodall

I want to improve support for students with physical and learning disabilities

'Dean'

To inspire young people to find the confidence to 'come out' in their community.

Charlie

I have created a music video about my struggles with anxiety.

Alex H

I want to inspire young people to get active and try sports like dance and parkour.

Nicole S

We want young people to make responsible choices when it comes to parenthood.

Grace and Jess

We want young people with mental health issues to find support.

Emma-Louise

I want to inspire young people to read and write rather than watch television.

Gemima

We want to end gender stereotypes at work.

James W

I want to highlight the benefits of learning to sing or play a musical instrument.

Hannah K

I want those living with social anxiety disorder to open up and get help.

Chantelle S

I want to increase understanding of learning disabilities.

Rachel Wylie

I want employers to give young people with criminal records a fair chance.

Glen O'Gorman

Through performance art, I'm showing the impact cyber bullying can have.

Holly W

I want young people with mental health issues to know that they’re not alone.

Laura H

I want to encourage young people with mental health conditions to seek help.

Duy Hoang

I want to combat racism within the LGBT community

Ieuan

I want young people to realise the pitfalls of drinking too much alcohol.

Becki M

I want to improve the well-being of people who have been affected by cancer.

Katie S

I want more opportunities available for those with mental health conditions.

'Natasha'

I want to help other victims of domestic violence find support.

Zoe

I want to show employers that deaf people are capable of doing a good job.

Lyla Asif

I am encouraging the South Asian community to be more accepting of disabilities.

Thomas Smythe

I want people to appreciate work of our armed forces.

Faye Draper

I want to show that street harassment is unacceptable

Amy H

I want people of all abilities partaking in disability sports.

Amy B

My team and I want to show others the benefits of volunteering.

Nic

I want parkour to be perceived as a serious sport, not an anti-social activity.

Britannie

I want more young women to lead an active lifestyle.

Nick

I want young people in Mid Wales to try local trades and crafts.

Peter

I learned how to live alone and now want to teach others how to be independent.

Cal Lunt

I want people to see there's more to being trans than what you read in the papers

David Slack

I want teachers to understand the challenges young carers face.

Katie Woods

I want to promote self-belief and self-confidence in young people.

Chloe S

We want young people to think twice before taking psychoactive substances.

Fiona

I'm urging young people with mental health problems to seek help.

Rosina

We organised an event to bring our community and different cultures together.

Charlotte Richardson

I want young carers to aspire to a life beyond caring.

Rugile

Despite media portrayal, I want to show the positive side to immigration.

Billie Nordkil

I want teachers and parents to talk to kids about what to do when they feel low.

Sarah D

We want to improve relations between different generations in our community.

'Tara'

I want to help others identify the early warning signs of domestic abuse.

Kerry H

I'm tackling stigma about eating disorders so that young people can spot the signs.

Kieran M

My team and I want mental health issues to be taken seriously.

Tori

My team and I want to break down the stereotypes linked to refugees.

Joshua

I want to make my community vibrant again and free of all fly-tipping.

Michael

My team and I want people to take teenage depression seriously.

Shay

I want to tackle Islamophobia.

Cathal Burke

I want to show the benefits of pets being used for therapeutic purposes.

Caitlin G

I want to challenge negative misconceptions of young people in care.

Farid Saleh

I want to tackle negative attitudes towards care leavers

David F

We want to educate teachers about helping students with mental health issues.

Hannah B

I want people with ME to be taken seriously so they can get the help they need.

Yasmine

We're educating young people about the confidence boosting powers of performing arts.

Stephen Quigley

I want to tackle hate crime against people with learning disabilities

Grace Ludlam

She wants to highlight the importance of drama lessons in schools.

Ali Williams

I've had two bad experiences with social workers and I hope this film shows them the importance of...

'Nathan Barr'

I want to see more facilities for young people in Waringstown, Co Down

Dante

I'm inspiring young people to stay away from gangs.

Jayne

We want to show parents how children can be affected if they witness domestic abuse.

Chloe B

I want to help medical professionals better understand chronic cluster headaches.

Kirsten

I want to show young mums that they can be ambitious and still be a good parent.

Jessica Burris

Jessica wants to spread the message that drink driving is for losers.

Emmanuel

I want to encourage a more positive perception of asylum seekers.

Naomi B

I was fed up with binge drinkers ruining my town, so I made two cautionary films.

Antonia C

I want young drivers to be treated with respect on the road

Georgina B

I want shopkeepers to view young people as equals.

'Sophie'

I want perpetrators of domestic violence to get help to change their behaviour.

'Rebecca'

I'm warning other young people of the dangers of online grooming.

Amy P

I want to raise awareness of sex trafficking in the UK.

Heidi Grogan

We want to highlight some of the positive aspects of being a young carer

Stephen S

Stephen campaigned to spread positivity and happiness through kind gestures.

Louise

I saw my friends taking so-called 'legal highs' and made a film to highlight the dangers.

Darragh

I want people to stand up for issues they feel strongly about.

Danni

We are encouraging young people to get creative in the kitchen.

Anna Maria Dean

My anxiety was bad at school. I hope this film helps teachers understand it better.

'Laura'

I want people who have suffered child sexual abuse to get the help they need.

James L

My team and I want better facilities for young people in Berkeley.

Daniel B

We want people to discover the advantages of boxing.

Emma G

I want to see more done to improve road safety for cyclists.

Bobbiejoe

We want to create a website to offer support to young people coming out.

Emma F

My team and I want to encourage students to talk about mental health.

Naomi Barrow

I want to improve support for young people who have a parent who’s terminally ill.

Nichole M

I want more young people with mental health issues to talk about their feelings.

Sophie R

We want young people to feel comfortable in coming out as LGBTQ.

Jen

My band and I are encouraging young women to pick up musical instruments.

Rebecca E

I want to help victims of crime find comfort through conversation.

Laura K

I want to use my experiences to pass on lifesaving information.

Abbie Brewer

Abbie wants to help people recognise the signs of low self esteem

Sarah Diallo

I have created a booklet encouraging learner drivers not to be discouraged by test failures.

Jack Davis

I want to encourage grieving fathers to ask for help

'Bridgend Fixers'

A group of young people are concerned about local drug abuse.

Lisa K

I’ve been homeless and am asking people not to judge as it can happen to anyone.

Guy Holness

I want to inspire creativity in young people

Sophie Holland

Sophie wants young people to ask for help at school.

Lee Morriss

I want to encourage people to be kind in their everyday lives

Kerry M

We want to challenge negative stereotypes of cheerleading.

Janette C

I want to show people what life is like with Crohn's disease.

Allan

I want people to have a better understanding of dyspraxia.

Charley Zakrzewski

I want to encourage people to make the most of their lives

Howard Wicks

I have locked-in syndrome and want to show the importance of staying positive

Kayla

I want to show others how to support a friend whose family is affected by cancer.

Chloe Boyd

My team and I are urging people not to judge others based on appearances.

Katrina

I want help visually impaired young people gain more independence.

"Sam"

I was abused by my partner. Now I'm helping others escape domestic violence.

Megan Oyinka

I want the voting age to be lowered to 16

Tamanna

I want to show others that racist bullying doesn't have to be physical to hurt.

Jess Stoddard

I want to warn people about the dangers of binge drinking.

Connor L

I want to show that coaching can be as rewarding as playing sport.

Tyler

My team and I are campaigning to end sexual harassment.

Ariane

I want to make sure older people don't get left behind with technology.

Tom Baker

I want to help raise awareness about Tourette's syndrome.

Jasmine

I want schools to better understand the bereavement process.

Becki

Having suffered a stroke at 21, I want people to be aware they can happen at any age.

Meghan

We want people to pay more attention to how much sugar is in alcoholic drinks.

Azizen

I'm calling for a more unified country in the wake of Brexit.

Victoria C

We want to help young people identify early signs of eating disorders.

Sam K

I want young homeless people to stay strong and not lose hope.

'Daisy'

I want to show the impact a parent’s drinking problem can have on their kids.

“Emma”

I want to show adults how to spot the signs of child sexual abuse.

Sophie L

I want to make sure young parents are getting the support they need.

Chantelle

I'm helping the public better recognise and react to epileptic seizures.

Owen Edwards

We have designed air fresheners encouraging people to keep their eyes on the road.

Emma Oldfield

I want better support for people with eating disorders.

Becky

After having a stroke, I'm raising awareness of the condition in young people.

Danny Waters

I want people to listen to my music and never take drugs.

Chelsey

I want the film, music and fashion industries to embrace disabled talent.

Laura

I want to highlight the damaging effects bullying can leave on someone.

Michael L

I want to set up community gardens in Belfast so people can grow their own food.

Siobhan

I was sexually abused as a child and want to support other young victims.

Ocean

I want those with alopecia to feel better understood.

Ellie E

I'm keen for young people to take an interest in politics.

Lauren C

My team and I want to help stop the spread of sexually transmitted infections.

Andy D

I'm sharing my struggles with anxiety to encourage more men to open up

Stephan

Stephan is encouraging young people to be themselves.

Nisha

I want young people know the consequences of a criminal record.

Toni M

We want employers to give young people equal opportunities in the workplace.

Nathan W

I want to get more young people in the kitchen and cooking for themselves.

Grace

I'm creating a piece of art to highlight the reasons that immigrants come to the UK.

Myles

I want employers to take homeless people more seriously.

Thorrun

I'm teaching young people to drive safely with a documentary.

Aaron M

My team and I want young people to aim high and do what they love.

Danielle A

I want people with disabilities to be treated equally.

Lorna K

I'm encouraging people to understand the hardship farmers face.

Carla McCallion

I want to show the dangers of texting while driving

Jo-James

I want more support for LGBT young adults, especially in rural communities.

Sarah Baker

We want teens to know that it's okay to say no to dangerous online challenges.

Lydia Hague

I want to raise awareness about panic attacks.

Jessica Ofori-Forbes

I want to encourage young carers to look after themselves

Shaverne

I'm using a talent show to encourage greater self-esteem in young people.

Hannah Carter

I want to offer support to young people dealing with bereavement.

Pamela

We want young people to understand how climate change is affecting the planet.

Sadie F

We’re making people smile in Liverpool through a day of good gestures.

Eoin Godfrey

I want to encourage young people to sign the organ donation register

Emma Rogerson

I want to persuade men not to take their own lives.

Jade Dyer

I want teachers to support young carers in schools

Ash T

We want people in Britain to understand the struggles of LGBT people abroad.

Kieran L

I’m using my experiences to educate others about depression.

Seb

I want to shed light on London’s ‘hidden’ homeless population.

Sian

We want to help people better understand self-harm so those affected can seek help.

Sophie

I want teachers to discourage pupils from bullying each other

Kelsey

I want to increase understanding of illnesses which don’t have visible symptoms.

Sonny Hawkins

I want to battle the stigmas attached to autism and mental health

Alexander S

I'm showing how slacklining can make you fitter and more confident.

Sami

I want to raise awareness about suicide and inspire people to cherish their lives.

Lee

We want pupils to donate their old uniforms so others can save money.

Safe For Kent Fixers

We’re encouraging people to talk about mental health.

Ffion

My team and I want to help people who are experiencing bullying to stay positive.

Siobhan E

My team and I want women and girls who experience abuse to feel able to speak out.

Chandos

I am using an event to raise awareness of the talents that young disabled people possess.

Shauna Webb

I want to show the importance of youth clubs and prevent closures

Adeola Gbakinro

Mentors can help with confidence and access to useful information.

Megan J

I’m showing that domestic abuse has a negative impact on children who witness it.

Jess Thompson

I want to tackle bullying by helping children to make friends with each other.

Ali R

I'm encouraging young people to make the most of their education.

Luke Ambler

I want to encourage men to speak out if they are suffering from depression

Hannah W

Being a young carer can be tough, so I want to help others find a way to relax.

Scott G

I want to help autistic children by making families aware of ABA therapy.

'Melody'

I want young people to spot signs of domestic violence and help stop it.

Abbie K

We want to show others with mental health issues that obstacles can be overcome.

Adonis

We want employers to recognise the skills those with learning disabilities have to offer.

Nicole Williams

I want to the younger generation to be more open about their feelings

Jacque

I want to show young people the consequences of crime.

Sakina

We’re showing the lasting impact of racist bullying.

Jasmine Rankin

I want prospective employers to give disabled people a chance

Shannon Cole

I want to help other young people dealing with anxiety.

Charmaine

I want young people in care realise they can succeed in life.

Chelsea J

After seeing a friend self-harm, I want others to talk about their feelings.

Tara Henry

I want to show what it's like to live with agoraphobia

Hayley B

I want to show others how therapeutic water sports can be.

Sarah B

We want to show young people that they don’t have to give in to peer pressure.

Aona

I want to challenge negative perceptions of boxing.

Billie

I want to inspire more women to feel empowered.

Aaron

I want to show that people with learning difficulties should be treated equally.

Jem

We want young people to consider work based training as an alternative to university.

Freya

With the bee population in decline, Freya is encouraging people to take action.

Mary-Anne White and Lucy Wills

To raise awareness about dermatillomania.

Ahmed

We're encouraging young people have a positive impact on their community.

Kay

I want people who are transgender to be accepted for who they are.

Katie F

We're promoting community cohesion by organising a litter picking event.

Hollie

I want to show young women that there's more to life than getting the 'perfect body'.

'Luke'

I want students in schools to learn more about gender identity.

Connor

My life was a mess, talking to people who cared helped me turn my life around.

Curtis J

I am teaching young people to love themselves the way they are.

Bee Daws

I want to help young people talk about their feelings by finding a creative outlet

Mogue

I want to help others speak about mental illness.

Lucy McDowell

We want those who’ve experienced sexual harassment to know it’s wrong and come forward

Katie M

I want young people to know they're not alone when it comes to talking about self-harm.

Kimberley B

We want young people to know what is healthy and what isn't in a relationship.

Abdul

I'm raising awareness about asylum seekers after my family were killed in Sudan.

Louise Bown

I want to show mental health doesn't define who you are

Lucy Mathison

I developed an eating disorder aged eight and want to raise awareness of the illness

Shakka

I want to promote mutual understanding between men and women.

'Andrea'

I want teachers to look beyond disruptive behaviour and ask if there is a problem.

Amber S

I want adults to understand young people and those with learning difficulties.

Lisa

I want older generations to change the way they view young people

Toby

My team and I want to stop young people smoking by highlighting the health risks.

Shaun P

I want to show the effect long-term unemployment can have on mental health.

Casey T

I want young people to steer clear of crime.

Sarah U

I want to encourage young people to not give up hope in searching for jobs.

Robbie

I want to educate students about home security to help prevent burglaries.

Carly

I am making young people aware of the potential dangers of energy drinks.

Kamari

I want to tackle the stigma often attached to mental ill health.

Zoe Long

A campaign to get more people talking about death.

Jade W

I want to warn youngsters about being safe on social media sites.

Georgia

I want to show parents how important it is that children learn to swim.

Ali

I love baking and want to show students how to cook nutritious food on a budget.

Georgina

I'm raising awareness about the impact having elderly parents can have on young people.

'Delilah'

I believe talking really does heal the wounds of abuse.

Kat P

I want people with eating disorders to be offered treatment earlier.

Raymond Lillycrop

I want to encourage employers to give disabled people a chance

Shannon Rawlings

The group want to encourage others to be open minded about LGBTQ communities

Connor H

I want to challenge the negative stereotypes attached to homelessness.

Ayesha Khan

I want to get more young people involved in politics

Tom B

I want websites to take more action when it comes to cyberbullying.

Robyn W

I want people to talk openly about their mental health.

Emma-Louise Petrie

I want to encourage young women from Falkirk to achieve their goals

Ella Denton

I want to change people’s perceptions of young carers and what they do

Jack O

My team and I are encouraging young people to use social media in a positive way.

Phoebe Pope

I want to educate people about absence seizures

Simon W

I want to use music to raise awareness about same-sex relationships.

Kate A

I want to prevent young women from becoming victims of rape or sexual assaults.

Lucie

I want to show people that having too much sugar can be bad for your teeth.

Aky

I want to guide other young people away from violence in school.

Jessica N

I want young people to feel less pressure when it comes to their appearance.

Allie H

I want others to recognise being in care is nothing to be ashamed of.

Emma-Rose

I want to encourage young people to recognise natural beauty.

Ross Williams

I want to show the impact of cuts on youth clubs.

Joni

I want people to express themselves without fear of discrimination.

Orla

I turned plastic waste from my town into a sculpture to stop waste.

Star

I want people to know how learning self-defence can improve self-esteem.

Lewis Wright

I want to smash gender stereotypes in sport

'Hannah'

I want to show young people with mental illnesses that recovery is possible.

Katy

I want to show others how beneficial it can be to find clothes in charity shops.

Daniel

We want to make young people see the potential consequences of taking legal highs.

'Alisa'

I want professionals to spot the signs of CSE

James B

I want young people with mental health issues to write about their feelings.

George Skully

I want parents to know what to do when their kids are stressed.

Jonny

I want to inspire women to get out of abusive relationships.

Mason Latey

A campaign to talk about and celebrate autism.

Benice

I want to raise awareness of autism within the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities.

Darren

My team and I want people to be more accepting of those with communication needs.

Andrew F

We want better support services for young adults who have ADHD.

Alaina

I want to show the negative impact that Himalayan Balsam has on our environment.

Abi H

I'm dyspraxic and I'm using a film to show others what this condition means.

Ian

I want young people to recognise the symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder.

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