Breadwinners

25/05/2026

What happens when young people lead the research themselves?

This year’s Participatory Action Research project brought together 19 young people and 4 volunteer mentors to explore the impact of Breadwinners programmes across the UK. Together, they designed surveys, gathered feedback from over 1,000 community members, analysed responses, and shaped ideas for what comes next.

The insights were clear:

• Practical job support makes a lasting difference
• Community and mentorship matter deeply
• Young people want more guidance after graduation
• AI is already part of daily life and there’s strong interest in learning more

A huge thank you to Earlybird for supporting this work through technology that made the research more accessible, conversational, and inclusive.

Most importantly, this project showed what’s possible when young people are trusted to lead, question, and shape the future together.

Read the full blog via the link in bio.

16/05/2026

As football reaches one of the biggest moments in the season, we’re celebrating what the game can make possible beyond the pitch ⚽🧡

Last December, the Brighton Winter Cup brought together eight teams, more than 100 players and a brilliant community of supporters at Withdean Stadium, raising over £800 for Breadwinners.

What made the day so memorable (beyond the skills) was the generosity and warmth around it; people giving their time, bringing their energy and showing what it means to welcome people into the life of a community.

That kind of support really matters to our work with young refugees, helping us create opportunities for work experience, training, mentoring and connection as they build their futures in the UK.

A huge throwback of a thank you to all the players, teams and supporters, and especially to and for making it happen.

As we look ahead to Refugee Week in June, we’d love to be part of more collaborations like this.

21/04/2026

🚨 We’re Hiring: Trustee Roles 🚨

We’re looking for two new Trustees to join our board and support our work with young refugees across the UK 💚

🔹 Business Development & Commercial Growth Trustee
🔹 Communications & Marketing Trustee

This is a pro-bono (volunteering) role for experienced professionals who want to contribute at a strategic level and help us grow our reach and support.

📍 Mainly remote (with London & Brighton coworking access)
⏳ 3-year term (approx. 8 hrs per quarter, 5 meetings/year)
📅 Start: June 2026
🗓 Deadline: 30th April 2026 (apply ASAP – rolling applications)

As a Trustee, you’ll help guide strategy, support the senior team, and strengthen our work supporting young refugees.

👉 Business Development role: focus on partnerships, sustainability & income growth
👉 Comms & Marketing role: focus on brand, messaging & outreach

Go to our Linktree to apply!

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02/12/2025

What does being a Breadwinner mean to you?

This week we’re turning the spotlight on our community: young people, alumni, mentors, customers, partners and friends. From 2–9 December, every donation to Breadwinners through the Big Give will be doubled at no extra cost, and we want you to be part of the story.

Donate so more young people can be themselves!

05/11/2025

Creative Youth Voices Exhibition 🎤
We’re so excited to share that our exhibition will be part of the Migration Festival this Saturday 8th November, curated by , and hosted at — as part of the incredible Being Human Festival! 💫

Come and explore the powerful stories from our community. Our exhibition challenges the negative narrative of refugees portrayed in the media, offering a power counter-image; a mixture of who they are and how they want to be seen. Come and explore the personal stories and creativity of these incredible human beings who are shaping their new lives in the UK. 🌍✨

📍 Where: The Albany, Douglas Way, Deptford, SE8 4AG
📅 When: Saturday 8th November
💰 Free entry – open to everyone!

Every November, the Being Human Festival brings together researchers, artists, and communities to explore what it means to be human — through storytelling, performances, pop-up exhibitions, and more.

24/10/2025

17/10/2025

At Breadwinners, we believe those closest to the experience should shape the future. 💬✨ That’s why we put young people at the heart of our decision making.

Through a powerful Participatory Action Research (PAR) project, 21 young people and 3 former mentors designed and led a survey to gather honest, insightful feedback from past participants and mentors. 📊📞

Using EarlyBird’s voice recognition AI and phone calls, we reached more people than ever, collecting real stories, in their own words.

This process values lived experience as knowledge, and will directly inform how we design our future programmes.

👥We’re proud to build with, not just for, our community 🧡

11/10/2025

HEY SALAM HOLA BWAKEYE
An Audio Visual Exhibition presented by Creative Youth Voices from Breadwinners Community 🧡

Kwizera comes from a small place, a place of people with big hearts. Listen as he reminisces on special moments shared with friends. 🎧 Full audio available via our [Linktree].

Each portrait of this exhibition challenges the negative narratives and shines a spotlight on community, creativity, and joy.❤️

Bring this exhibition to your gallery or community space. Contact Josie at [email protected]

29/09/2025

🌟 We’re hiring in Brighton!🌟

An incredible opportunity has opened up to join Breadwinners as our new Programme Manager & Team Lead, a key role supporting young refugees through work experience, mentoring & training 💼

You’ll be stepping into the role as Breadwinners Programme Manager and Team Lead in Brighton taking over from the brilliant Fawzia, who built and led our incredible Brighton team with passion and dedication 💚

This is a part-time role, very flexible and still with the chance to make a real difference in the community!

📍 Brighton-based
💰 £32K pro-rata
🗓️ Start: Dec 2025
⏳ Apply ASAP!

If you’re passionate about youth empowerment, refugee rights, and leading with impact apply now via the link on Bio 📩

19/09/2025

We’ve been nominated for the Social Value Award 2025! 🌍✨

Out of 270+ amazing organisations making a real difference for people, places, and the planet, being recognised feels really special.

Here’s to everyone working towards a more sustainable and inclusive future! 🙌

A huge thank you to our community and everyone who’s a passionate supporter of our work and our journey.