Switch Up

Five pillars: mentoring, education, counselling, employability, physical activity. England Boxing Affiliated Boxing Club, based in Nottingham

Switch Up supports young people and families affected by crime and violence in Nottinghamshire, building positive futures through education, employment and wellbeing.

01/06/2026

💷 Switch Up Money Talks continues 💷

This time, we’re hearing directly from the young people at the heart of the campaign.

Created in partnership with Experian, and using the voices of the young people we support, Switch Up Money Talks is designed to open up honest conversations around money and make financial literacy more accessible for the next generation.

In our latest Youth Voice video, young people share their own thoughts, experiences and perspectives on money - from the pressures they face, to why understanding finances matters for their future.

Too often, young people aren’t given the opportunity, confidence or space to talk openly about money. But these conversations matter. Financial literacy can help build independence, confidence and real opportunities for the future.

This campaign is about making financial education relatable, accessible and something everyone can connect with.

👂Hear their voices.

💬Start the conversation.

✅Share the message.

Because when young people understand money, they gain the confidence to make positive choices, create opportunities, and build pathways away from poverty.

29/05/2026

🎙️Have you tuned in yet?

Under The Hood is OUT NOW.

Episode 1 of our brand-new podcast sees Dr Marcellus Baz BEM sit down with BAFTA-winning actress and Switch Up patron Vicky McClure for an honest and powerful conversation about Nottingham, young people, opportunity and the real-life experiences that shape our communities.

At its heart, Under The Hood is about the conversations you don’t always hear - raw, authentic discussions with people creating change and those with lived experience of the challenges facing Nottinghamshire today.

📽️ Watch for free: https://youtu.be/wMk5mZyMmoc

🎧 Listen for free: https://under-the-hood.captivate.fm/listen

And we’re just getting started… 👀
.. Episode 2 drops on 15 June.

25/05/2026

Wishing our partners at the very best of luck in today’s EFL League Two play-off final vs Salford City. ⚽🏆

Moments like these are built on hard work, resilience, and belief - values we’re proud to share through our partnership.

We’re right behind you.

Come on you Pies!! ⚫️⚪️

21/05/2026

Positive spaces create positive futures.

Too often, we judge young people by their actions without considering the environments, challenges or lack of opportunity which has shaped them.

The reality is, when young people have safe spaces, positive role models, and people who believe in them, they are far more likely to thrive than get drawn into trouble.

That’s what Switch Up XP is all about.

A place where young people can channel their energy positively - through fitness, music, creativity, conversation and community. A place to feel supported, valued, and connected.

Because prevention starts long before crisis.

It starts with giving young people somewhere safe to go, mentors they can trust, and opportunities to grow.

Every session is about building confidence, creating belonging and helping young people make positive choices for their future.

Want to get involved?

Sign up to Switch Up XP and become part of the community.
🔗 https://form.jotform.com/260214051618043

Or contact us at:
📧 [email protected] for more information

19/05/2026

⭐ OUT NOW: Under The Hood, Episode 1 ⭐

We’re proud to launch the very first episode of Under The Hood - a brand-new podcast exploring real stories, real journeys and the experiences that shape our Nottingham community.

📽️ Watch: https://youtu.be/wMk5mZyMmoc

🎧 Listen: https://under-the-hood.captivate.fm/listen

Hosted by Marcellus Baz, Episode 1 features BAFTA-winning actress Vicky McClure, who joins us for an honest and powerful conversation - sharing insights into her journey, the challenges she’s faced, and the importance of creating opportunities for young people.

At its heart, this podcast is about honesty - creating space for real stories, real challenges and voices that inspire change.

18/05/2026

Switch Up Money Talks continues - opening up real conversations around financial literacy with our partners at The Nottingham Panthers

Created in partnership with Experian, the campaign is designed to make money matters more accessible, giving young people the knowledge, confidence and tools to take control of their futures.

Too often, conversations about money feel out of reach. But understanding finances can open doors - helping young people build confidence, make informed choices and create real opportunities for themselves.

Switch Up Money Talks is about making financial education something every young person can connect with.

Let’s keep the conversation going.

Talk about money.

Share your experiences.

Support young people to feel confident about their future - because when knowledge grows, opportunity follows.

17/05/2026

COMING SOON

The wait is nearly over.

Episode 1 of Under the Hood lands this coming Tuesday, 19 May - and it’s an incredible start!

Featuring BAFTA-winning actress, Vicky McClure, we dive into real stories, real experiences, and the journeys that shape us.

Our teaser dropped last week on Switch Up socials - now the full conversation is just around the corner.

Stay tuned.

Massive thanks to our sponsors, , &

14/05/2026

✅Building Confidence.
✅Creating Opportunity.
✅Supporting Young People into Work.

We’re proud to share Saif’s journey through Switch Up - from taking part in our mentoring and employability programmes, to securing employment with our partners,

In his position at Henry Brothers, Saif is now gaining hands-on experience at a major construction project at Twycross Zoo - a brilliant example of how opportunity, support, and the right connections can open real pathways into meaningful work.

At Switch Up, we build positive futures by developing confidence, skills, mental wellbeing - and by unlocking opportunities through our network of trusted partners.

Congratulations, Saif!

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163 Woodborough Road
Nottingham
NG31AX

Website

http://www.switchupnotts.co.uk/

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