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The Patchwork Foundation mission is to promote and encourage the positive integration of disadvantage

The Patchwork Foundation aims to promote and encourage the positive integration of deprived and minority communities into British political society. Patchwork or ‘pieced work’ is a form of needlework that involves sewing together pieces of fabric into a larger design. Deprived and minority communities in Britain are a diverse mosaic of people from different cultures, faiths, ethnicities and social backgrounds. Once they are ‘sewed’ together, these diverse communities contribute in a cohesive manner that facilitates a two-way positive interaction with and into British society. The Patchwork Foundation is not affiliated to any political party and does not promote a particular political view. It does however work on the promotion of mainstream political participation and works with the main political parties to support this agenda.

02/09/2026

🎓 Masterclass with Nadeem Javaid MBE

Yesterday, our Patchworkers sat down with Nadeem Javaid MBE, who leads the Mayor of London’s work on global engagement and community relations, to talk career, confidence, and finding your place in public life.

A huge thank you to Hogan Lovells Cadwalader for hosting us and for a brilliant dinner, where our Patchworkers took on the “hotseat” - imagining themselves fifteen years from now, having achieved their wildest ambition, and answering as their future selves: where they are, how they got there, and what nearly stopped them along the way...

Want to be part of the next cohort? Link in bio to register your interest for next year’s Masterclass programme.

30/07/2026

Yesterday, we hosted our alumni for a masterclass with More in Common, digging into what unites and divides the British public.

Andrew, a researcher at More in Common, walked us through More in Common’s recent Shattered Britain research, which explores how Britain today feels shaped by anxiety, uncertainty and low trust - a widespread sense that things just aren’t working, and one that plays out differently across different communities.

Huge thanks to More in Common, and to their Research Associate Andrew Fowler, for such a brilliant session & thanks to Norton Rose Fulbright for providing a venue with a spectacular view 🌟

If talks like this are your kind of thing, get involved with our programmes!

24/06/2026

Mid-Year Review ✅ and what a night it was 🙌

Our 2026 Masterclass cohort came together to reflect on the first half of the programme — the highs, the growth, the challenges, and everything in between. We heard from the Patchworkers themselves on how they’ve found the journey so far and what they’re looking forward to ahead 💙

The evening closed with an incredible networking session hosted by the brilliant team at Hogan Lovells — thank you so much for having us 🤍

A massive thank you also to our 2026 sponsors for making this all possible — Hogan Lovells, KPMG, Flint Global and The Valesco Group. We are so grateful for your support 🙏

The second half starts now 👀🚀

20/05/2026

✨ Applications are open for the Flint Global Internship 2026!

A paid, 8–12 week summer internship starting in July — exclusively for Patchwork alumni and current cohort members.

Patchwork alumnus Tom Severn completed the internship last year and was offered a full-time role at Flint Global off the back of it. 🙌
“Patchwork was fundamental to my transition to Flint Global.”

📅 Deadline: Sunday 31st May at 23:59
🔗 Link: https://patchworkfoundation.org.uk/flint-global-internship-programme/

15/05/2026

Last night we hosted our latest Masterclass with , Member of the London Assembly and Leader of the Green Party of England and Wales 🎓

With all of our cohorts joining us, it was a brilliant evening of conversation, questions, and connection across the Patchwork community 💙

A huge thank you to for hosting, and to our sponsors, & Flint Global for their continued support of the Masterclass programme — we couldn’t do it without you!

21/04/2026

Hear from our Cohort Ambassadors, Isha and TP, about their reflections on the Hogan Lovells Rule of Law Skills Session⚖️

15/04/2026

We held our first Skills Session with last week discussing the Rule of Law with our Masterclass Patchworkers. In this session, we examined the intersectionality of law, business, and governments. Thank you to Hogan Lovells for hosting us and providing such informative knowledge!📚

08/04/2026

Last week we held our first Masterclass of 2026 with Guto Harri CBE, broadcaster and former Downing Street Director of Communications.💬

Guto shared insights into his past work experiences and emphasised the importance of communication. Our Spark cohort had a chance to ask Guto questions and gain valuable advice.

Thank you to Guto Harri CBE for sharing his experiences with our Patchworkers!

12/02/2026

A historic moment for our Patron 🏛️✨
Today, Baroness Farmida Bi delivered her maiden speech in the House of Lords!

As our Founding Chair and current Patron, Farmida has been a tireless champion for young people from underrepresented communities. Her journey to the red benches of Parliament is a testament to the power of representation and the change we’re all working towards.

From supporting our Masterclass Programme to advocating for diversity in public life, Farmida has always believed that every young person deserves a seat at the table where decisions are made.

Now, she’s taking that fight to the House of Lords 💪

Congratulations Baroness Bi – we couldn’t be prouder! The young people we support have a powerful voice in Parliament

06/10/2025

🤝 Powerful session with Flint Global, close partners of Patchwork Foundation! Our delegates benefiting from expert insights and building meaningful connections with organisations supporting our mission. Partnership in action! ✨

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