07/06/2026
This Monday (8th June) at 9pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, a new documentary will air: Gareth Southgate: Changing the Game for Young Men.
The film sees former England manager Gareth Southgate explore the challenges facing young men and boys today – from education and employment to mental health, identity and isolation – and the support needed to help them thrive.
Earlier this year, NE Youth CEO, Jon was invited to take part in a roundtable discussion featured within the documentary, alongside organisations and practitioners from across the UK working to better understand and support boys and young men. We are grateful to the Centre for Social Justice for bringing together voices from across the sector to contribute to these important conversations.
While our involvement in the documentary itself was limited to that discussion, the themes explored throughout the film reflect conversations we have been having for many years.
From our beginnings as the Northumberland Association of Boys’ Clubs in 1935, to our current programmes and events such as the Kick About Cup, supporting boys and young men has long been part of NE Youth’s story. Through sport, youth work, positive relationships and safe spaces, we continue to create opportunities for young people to build confidence, connection and a sense of belonging.
This documentary shines a national spotlight on issues affecting many boys and young men today, and we’re pleased to see these important conversations reaching a wider audience.
📺 Gareth Southgate: Changing the Game for Young Men
🗓 Monday 8 June
⏰ 9pm
📍 BBC One & BBC iPlayer