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UK Youth Parliament

The UK Youth Parliament was established in 1999 to provide opportunities for young people, including those from marginalised communities, to influence the parliamentary process. 

Leaders of the main political parties:

·        Sir Keir Starmer – Labour (Prime Minister)

As Prime Minister, Starmer is the most powerful political figure, with ultimate responsibility for the government and its policies.

·        Kemi Badenoch - Conservatives

·        Ed Davies – Liberal Democrats

Other politicians:

Shabana Mahmood: As Home Secretary, Mahmood has considerable influence over domestic policy, including immigration and policing.

Labour MP for Manchester Central: Lucy Powell

Labour MP for Manchester Rusholme: Afzal Khan

Education Secretary: Bridget Phillipson

Manchester Mayor: Andy Burnham

Bev Craig: The Leader of Manchester City Council, Councillor Craig holds significant influence over the direction and vision of the city, overseeing major regeneration projects and strategies aimed at tackling inequalities.

Influential politicians of Asian heritage:

• Rishi Sunak: As the recently deposed Prime Minister and current leader of the Conservative Party, Sunak remains an influential figure in parliamentary politics.
• Sadiq Khan: As the Labour Mayor of London, Khan is a highly prominent politician in the UK.

Important note: Schools are politically impartial and aim to present a balanced education for pupils.

Green Party Leader: Zack Polanski

Manchester Green Party Leader: Astrid Johnson

Professor of Environmental Education MMU: Liz Price

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Raakhee: Easy Peasy Greeny

About Me - Easy Peasy Greeny

UK Eco blogger who cares about sustainable living, loves writing about eco awareness days, sustainable living ideas, and self-care the eco way – without judgement.

Daniell Musaheb (Ardwick Climate Action): The co-founder of a grassroots advocacy group that engages the local community to protect the environment.

Local Author: Tessa Singh

‘Little Bob Saves the World’

Other ‘eco’ authors:

• Jess French: Author of What A Waste: Rubbish, Recycling, and Protecting our Planet.
• Martin Jenkins: Author of Can We Save the Tiger?
• Lauren Child: Author of Charlie and Lola: Look After Your Planet.
• Vashti Hardy: Writes eco-fiction for older children, such as Crowfall, which explores themes of ecological balance and adventure, according to the Climate Fiction Writers League.
• Tom Huddleston: Author of the FloodWorld trilogy, which features environmental themes in an action-packed setting, notes the Climate Fiction Writers League.
• Kate Pankhurst: Author of Fantastically Great Women Who Saved the Planet, a book about environmental heroes
• Katie Daynes: An author who writes about environmental topics, such as the Lift-the-Flap Questions and Answers About Plastic book.

Greenpeace: An international NGO focused on environmental issues, including climate change, biodiversity, and pollution.

World Wildlife Fund (WWF): One of the world's leading conservation organizations, working to protect wildlife and the environment.

Friends of the Earth: An international network of organizations campaigning for a sustainable future and holding corporations and governments accountable. 

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Founder of Concero: Brad Clegg

In 2008, James Morris and Bradley Clegg formed Concero to help design, build and support education organisations by delivering outstanding specialist technology services and solutions.

Dobir Mohammed Miah 

Prevent Education Officer [PEO]

Community Safety Team | Neighbourhoods Directorate | Manchester City Council.

Patrick Flynn: Online Behaviours

Online safety

• Childnet International: An organization that works to make the internet a safer place for children.
• The Cyber Trust: A UK charity that helps children and vulnerable people safely access the digital world through training and education.
• UK Safer Internet Centre: Works to promote the safe and responsible use of technology for children and young people.
• Get Safe Online: Provides free and expert advice on how to stay safe from online threats. 

CEO The Blair Project: Nile Henry

Nile is a dynamic young tech leader and the founder and CEO of The Blair Project, a disruptive social enterprise that exists to inspire the next generation of green tech workforce through electric karting and digital manufacturing & design project-based activities. Nile was just 18 years old when he set up the organisation six years ago. He created, developed and secured funding support for an exciting STEM education programme called the ProtoEV Challenge where student/apprenticeship teams aged 15-18 convert used petrol go-karts into fully electric e-karts which they test and race to see which is the fastest and most energy efficient.

UKtech50 2025: The most influential people in UK technology | Computer Weekly

4. Anne Keast-Butler, director, GCHQ

Keast-Butler joined GCHQ as its director in May 2023, becoming the first woman to lead the organisation, succeeding Jeremy Fleming. Prior to joining GCHQ, Keast-Butler served as the MI5 deputy director general, and has a long history as an intelligence expert. In her role at MI5, Keast-Butler led on the agency’s operational, investigative and protective security work, including its response to Russia’s war on Ukraine. She has also previously spent time seconded to GCHQ as head of counter-terrorism and serious organised crime.

5. Peter Kyle, secretary of state for science, innovation and technology, UK government

Kyle became the secretary of state at the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology in June 2024, following the election. He is responsible for overhauling digital government, launching the government’s digital strategy in January this year.

13. Richard Horne, CEO, National Cyber Security Centre

Horne was appointed CEO of the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) in 2024. He joined from PwC UK, where he chaired the organisation’s cyber security practice. He is also a GCHQ board member.

14. Mustafa Suleyman, CEO, Microsoft AI

Mustafa Suleyman was announced as Microsoft’s head of AI in March 2024. The newly created Microsoft AI focuses on advancing the Copilot family of generative AI assistants and other consumer AI products and research at Microsoft. Prior to joining Microsoft, Suleyman co-founded Google Deepmind, as well as another AI company, Inflection AI.

17. Audrey Mandela, chair, Women in Telecoms & Technology; investor; consultant; mentor

Audrey Mandela is an entrepreneur, consultant, board director and angel investor. She chairs networking group Women in Telecoms & Technology, and works as a board director for several tech startups, as well as Wedu, a charity that mentors and supports young women leaders from underserved communities in Southeast Asia. Mandela sits on the advisory board of Angel Academe, and is a member of the TEDx Council. She was co-founder of Multimap, one of the world’s leading online mapping providers, which was acquired by Microsoft in 2007. Mandela was also previously international senior vice-president for the Yankee Group.

31. Zoe Kleinman, technology editor, BBC News

Kleinman has been technology editor at BBC News since September 2021. She has been covering technology news for nearly 20 years on both radio and television.

33. Katie Gallagher, managing director, Manchester Digital

Gallagher has been the managing director of Manchester Digital since 2011. As the leader of the independent tech trade body, she works closely with municipal leaders, MPs and tech leaders to develop Manchester as a leading European tech hub. She is also chair and founding board member of the UK Tech Cluster Group.

37. Michael Taylor, IT director, Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team

Taylor joined the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team in 2015, and worked as its head of digital technology before taking on his current role. He has been involved in the IT behind Formula One for more than 20 years, after beginning his career in local government.

41. Anna Brailsford, CEO, Code First Girls

An entrepreneur and co-founder, Brailsford joined Code First Girls as CEO in 2019, where she works to encourage more women into the tech sector by providing software development skills and education. Prior to her work at Code First Girls, she co-founded and was CEO of performance management firm Frisbee, which was part of venture capital fund Founders Factory. Until summer 2024, she was a board member for the Institute of Coding, where she focused specifically on diversity and inclusion. She is also a self-employed commercial and strategy consultant.

45. Lopa Patel, founder, Asians in Tech; chair, Diversity UK

Patel founded Asians in Tech in 2015 to help promote Asian talent in the tech sector. She is also the founder and chair of Diversity UK, an equality charity that promotes ideas for improving diversity and inclusion in the UK.

50. Charmaine Mabika, founder, Tech Redefined

Charmaine Makiba founded the Tech Bae Platform, later rebranded as Tech Redefined, to support diversity in technology through job creation, mentorship and events. She is a speaker on topics such as diversity in tech, career pivots and thriving in male-dominated industries, and has spoken at several leading technology events. Mabika also mentors students through the Hackathon for Schools initiative. 

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Members of the Royal Family:

·        King Charles III

·        Queen Camilla

·        The Prince of Wales

·        The Princess of Wales

·        Prince George of Wales (11)

·        Princess Charlotte of Wales (9)

Diversity Activists:

Dr Erinma Bell: Social justice activist (gun crime in Moss Side and Longsight)

Mark Fletcher: Former CEO of Manchester Pride

Ruth Ibeguna: Reclaim charity

Elaine Unegbu: Age-Friendly Manchester

Professor Colette Fagan

• As the University of Manchester's Vice-President for Research, Professor Fagan is a leading voice in research on fairness, equality, and inclusion in higher education and society. 

Home | I Am Greater

The I am greater campaign was developed with young people from Greater Manchester to encourage them to take positive actions and promote wellbeing, to reduce the likelihood of young people experiencing violence.

The History & Heritage of Manchester:

·        Science and Industry Museum: Explores Manchester's industrial revolution through interactive exhibits and iconic displays.

·        People's History Museum: The national museum of democracy, dedicated to telling the story of its development in Britain. 

·        Manchester Museum: Has over four million objects, including ancient Egyptian artifacts and a large collection of preserved animals. 

·        Elizabeth Gaskell's House: A historic house dedicated to the life of the Victorian novelist.

·        Museum of Transport: Showcases the history of public road transport in Greater Manchester. 

·        Manchester Histories Hub: Located in Manchester Central Library, this hub provides a public space to learn about and share stories of Manchester's history.

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Manchester Eco Artist: Sophie King

Community and grassroots leaders

• Jason Williams ("The Cloud Gardener"): An urban gardener who uses social media to inspire city residents to garden in small or unusual spaces. He highlights the benefits for urban wildlife, biodiversity, and mental health.
• Kieron McGlasson (Sow The City): The director of Sow The City, a group that works with local communities to create greener neighbourhoods. He also advises community groups on how to apply for Green Spaces funding.
• Debbie Wallace (Urban Ranger): An urban ranger in Chorlton who leads projects to transform roadside green spaces into biodiverse areas, engaging and inspiring the local community.
• Louise Bentley (Bolton and Bury Swifts): An activist passionate about protecting the nest sites of migratory birds like swifts and house martins, which often nest in buildings. 

Organisational leaders

• Jessica Thompson (City of Trees): CEO of City of Trees, an organisation dedicated to planting trees and restoring woodlands across Greater Manchester.
• Daveen Wallis (Greater Manchester Environment Trust): Co-founder of the trust, she previously led the Carbon Landscape Partnership and has worked to inspire people to take action for wildlife.
• Sam Evans (Greater Manchester Combined Authority): The Head of Natural Environment, responsible for developing the strategy and policy to improve the city region's natural environment.
• Dave Barlow (Manchester City Council): The Environmental Strategy Lead, who has helped shape the city's key environmental strategies and delivered practical projects for urban ecology and nature conservation.
• Hannah Hartley (Manchester Museum): The Environmental Action Manager, who drives the museum's commitment to sustainability and manages the "Top Floor" environmental and social action hub. 

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Manchester Olympians:

Georgia Taylor-Brown

James Guy

Keely Hodgkinson

Charlotte Worthington

Anthony Harding

Patrick Brown

Football

• David Beckham: Famously lived in Manchester during his time playing for Manchester United.
• Cristiano Ronaldo: Also lived in Manchester while playing for Manchester United.
• Erling Haaland: Manchester City player who has bought a house in the area.
• Marcus Rashford: A prominent figure associated with Manchester United and a visible public figure. 

Community and equality advocates

• Dr. Omolade Allen: A Lecturer in Global Health at The University of Manchester, she is dedicated to fighting for healthcare equality and supporting marginalized communities.
• Professor Laura Rooney: A professor at Manchester Metropolitan University, her work focuses on health disparities and health inequality. She also advocated for the honoring of Mary Seacole. 

• Kevin Sinfield: The Oldham-born rugby league legend is influential for his immense fundraising efforts for Motor Neurone Disease (MND) charities. His multiple ultra-marathon challenges in honour of his friend Rob Burrow have raised millions and shone a spotlight on the cause.
• Tony Farrar and Steve Cunningham: The founders of Active Community Experiences (ACE) on the Bridgehall estate in Stockport. After losing family and friends to mental health issues, they started an organization to provide affordable activities and promote physical and mental well-being in their community.
• Mike Palmer: After his daughter's tragic suicide, the former firefighter co-founded a campaign with other grieving fathers, walking 300 miles to raise awareness and more than £1 million for the suicide prevention charity PAPYRUS.
• Florence Coke ("Mama Flo"): As the owner of a popular takeaway in Stockport, Florence became a community hero during the cost-of-living crisis by providing free meals to hungry schoolchildren. She continued her charitable work from the pandemic, feeding NHS staff and key workers. 

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Chief Constable of GMP: Sir Stephen Watson

Deputy Mayor for Policing & Crime: Kate Green

MCC Legal: Guy Tremlow

Professor at Uni of Manchester: Geoff Pearson (police powers and street-level policing)

Adam Farricker: Youth Strategy Manager at Manchester City Council, contributing to youth strategy development.

Marie McLaughlin: Head of Manchester Youth Justice, holding a leadership position within the city's youth justice service.

Professor Hannah Smithson: Director of the Manchester Centre for Youth Studies at Manchester Metropolitan University, which leads the Greater Manchester Youth Justice University Partnership (GMYJUP).

Dr. Deborah Jump: Senior Lecturer in Criminology and Head of Youth Justice at MCYS, known for establishing initiatives like Getting Out For Good.

Sean McKendrick: Acting Strategic Director for Children and Education Services at Manchester City Council.

Shienika Brown: A SHiFT Guide involved in the Greater Manchester Violence Reduction Unit's work and panel discussions.

Thomas Lang: Head of Youth Justice at Manchester City Council.

Paul Fletcher: Chief Executive of Manchester Young Lives. 

Manchester Centre for Youth Studies (MCYS): A research centre at Manchester Metropolitan University, which is internationally recognised for its innovative, youth-informed research.

Greater Manchester Youth Justice Services (GMYJS): A collaborative partnership between the 10 Youth Justice Services across Greater Manchester.

Greater Manchester Youth Justice University Partnership (GMYJUP): A partnership led by MCYS, which embeds participatory academic research within youth justice practice.

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Children’s Laureate: Frank Cottrell-Boyce

A variety of children’s authors – our favourites!

Madeleine Lindley Bookstore

Reading Rockets is a national public media literacy initiative offering information and resources on how young kids learn to read, why so many struggle, and how caring adults can help. We bring the best research-based strategies to teachers, parents, administrators, librarians, childcare providers, and anyone else involved in helping a young child become a skilled reader. Our goal is to bring the reading research to life — to spread the word about reading instruction and to present “what works” in a way that parents and educators can understand and use.

Professor Christopher Pressler: The University Librarian and Director of the John Rylands Library, a world-class library holding significant special collections.

Neil MacInnes: Head of Libraries, Galleries, and Culture for Manchester, who oversees the city's network of public libraries, including the landmark Manchester Central Library.

Read Manchester: A major campaign by the National Literacy Trust and Manchester City Council to promote reading and improve literacy across the city.

• Provides new books to all children starting primary and secondary school in Manchester.
• Runs the See Myself in Books campaign to increase diverse books in schools and libraries, with collections focusing on ethnic diversity and neurodiversity.

Cheryl Pridgeon and Margaret Duff: Hub managers for Read Manchester, a literacy campaign run in partnership by Manchester City Council and the National Literacy Trust.

Horatio Clare: An author and journalist who has published books for children and adults. He teaches at the Centre for New Writing. 

Lemn Sissay: The adopted son of Manchester who has been the Chancellor of the University of Manchester. He is an award-winning poet, playwright, and author of books such as the Sunday Times bestseller My Name Is Why.

Manchester Literature Festival: Partners with schools to provide interactive workshops, including a popular alternative after-school club and events for World Book Day.

Cathy Bolton and Sarah-Jane Roberts: Co-directors of the Manchester Literature Festival, which features a wide array of local, national, and international writers.

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Professor Dawn Edge

• In 2019, Edge became the first Black woman professor at the University of Manchester.
• As Professor of Mental Health and Inclusivity, she studies racial inequalities in mental health and leads the university's efforts on equality, diversity, and inclusion. 

Lydia Ina: A foster carer from Fallowfield, Ina is the founder of the Gapolunya Foundation, which supports an orphanage in Nigeria through fundraising in Manchester. She has been nicknamed "Africa's Mother Theresa" for her dedication to vulnerable children.

Abdullah Muhsin Norris: A member of the Windrush generation and a community activist in Moss Side, Norris runs a food bank at the Salaam Community Centre and a charity that supports orphans in Sierra Leone and Gambia.

Jo Walby: As the CEO of Mustard Tree, Walby leads the Manchester-based charity that helps thousands of people out of poverty and homelessness. Her efforts helped the organisation continue providing services during the pandemic and cost-of-living crisis.

The Friendship Circle Manchester

The Friendship Circle is a registered charity in Manchester that aims to create an inclusive community for people with learning disabilities.

Cyril Flint and the Cyril Flint Befrienders

Cyril Flint's personal story of loneliness is the inspiration behind one of Manchester's most prominent befriending services. 

• Cyril Flint: The elderly Manchester pensioner spent 20 lonely Christmases after his wife died. His story inspired others to create an informal befriending service to combat social isolation.
• Alison McKenna: Acts as a key contact for the Cyril Flint Befrienders, which has grown significantly since its inception and now has a large volunteer base across the Manchester area. 

Trustees and volunteers at Levenshulme Good Neighbours: This charity works to support older people and relies on its trustees to help shape the direction of the service. Volunteers and trustees come from all walks of life and are crucial to the organisation's befriending initiatives.

Bee Heard having a voice on youth mental health in Greater Manchester

Established in 2020 Bee Heard works in partnership with the Community and Crisis Mental Health Boards. The aim is to give young people aged 16-24, from across Greater Manchester an opportunity to shape and advise on a wide range of mental health services.

NHS Pennine Care - Young people's mental health research centre

As the largest provider of CAMHS in Greater Manchester, we aim to design and deliver world-class mental health services for all young people. We champion the voices of young people and families. We continue to learn and evolve through close working relationships within our community, as well as national and international partners in research, technology, and innovation.

Anna Freud – Young Champions

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Suzanne Richards: Labour Councillor

Afshan Noor Azad-Kazim: Harry Potter actress born in Lonsight.

Dr. Omolade Allen

• A lecturer at the University of Manchester, Dr. Allen conducts research on equitable healthcare, particularly for women from ethnic minorities.
• Her work uses community feedback to guide policy and address health disparities, such as disproportionately high breast cancer mortality rates among Black women. 

Joanne Roney OBE 

• Since 2017, Roney has served as the first female chief executive of Manchester City Council.
• She has been recognized for her work in transforming public services and is a passionate advocate for social justice. 

Aimie Lawlor-Skillen & Kiera Lawlor-Skillen

• This married couple founded the Feel Good Club, a popular coffee shop and community space in the Northern Quarter.
• They promote mental well-being and a safe, inclusive space for all, especially minority voices, while normalizing conversations around mental health. 

Risha Lancaster

• After her brother's death while experiencing homelessness, Lancaster co-founded the charity Coffee4Craig.
• Her organization provides essential services like food, clothes, and support to Manchester's homeless population. 

Nana Bonsu (Beresford 'Berry' Edwards)

• Referred to as a "founding father" of Manchester's African-Caribbean community, Nana Bonsu was a dedicated campaigner for housing and political awareness.
• He served as a key figure in the Campaign Against Racial Discrimination and the Pan African Congress Movement. 

Northmoor Community Association

Better We

We are a community interest charity based in Longsight, Manchester that was established in 2021 to serve the local community. We aim to improve the quality of life of our members through provision of facilities for recreation and bringing the community together for social meetups.

Friends of Crowcroft Park

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Arts Council England

Manchester School of Art

Manchester Art Gallery

The Whitworth

Castlefield Gallery

Notable children's illustrators in Manchester

• Carly Gledhill: A children's book illustrator, author, and surface pattern designer based in Manchester.
• Andrea Nogales: An illustrator who brings children's stories to life and has illustrated books such as Peaches.
• Ian Morris: An illustrator who is also a lecturer at the Manchester School of Art.
• Sarah-Leigh Wills: An award-winning children's book illustrator with a fun and quirky style.
• Melanie Williamson: An artist who specializes in creating children's and nursery murals.
• John Hamilton: An artist whose children's book The Boy Who Really Really Really Loves Lizards was published by the Manchester Museum. 

Alistair Hudson: Appointed in 2017 as the Director of both the Manchester Art Gallery and the Whitworth Art Gallery. This joint role strengthened the ties between Manchester's council-run and university-owned art institutions.

Max Thomas: The Creative Producer for Creative Manchester at the University of Manchester and Manchester Camerata. He fosters partnerships and supports emerging musicians and artists. 

Contemporary visual artists

• Stanley Chow: An internationally celebrated illustrator known for his striking portraits of celebrities and musicians. He is arguably Manchester's most famous living artist.
• Nomad Clan (Cbloxx and AYLO): This internationally recognized street art duo creates striking urban murals that combine history, pop culture, and social commentary. The Guardian named them among the world's best female street artists.
• Jen Orpin: An artist who finds beauty in Manchester's seemingly mundane urban landscapes, creating works that bridge impressionism and realism.
• Gina Kirby: Known for her unique "Urban Fabric" series, in which she uses soft embroidery to create textured, multidimensional depictions of Manchester's architecture and cityscapes.
• Andrew Brooks: Creates digital artwork that captures the atmosphere and rhythms of both the natural world and the city. He is known for his "intuitive process".
• Caroline Dowsett: An illustrator with distinctive work that is widely featured across the city. Her bold style explores themes of typography, color, and movement.
• Russ Meehan (Qubek): A graffiti artist and muralist whose work can be seen throughout Manchester, particularly in the Northern Quarter. 

Theatre

• Royal Exchange Theatre: A major cultural institution housed within the historic former cotton exchange building. It's renowned for its in-the-round performances, intimate atmosphere, and high-quality productions that often receive national acclaim.
• Manchester Opera House and Palace Theatre: These are two of the region's main commercial theatres, part of the Ambassador Theatre Group. They host a wide array of productions, from large-scale touring musicals like TINA – The Tina Turner Musical to concerts and comedy shows.
• Contact Theatre: Focusing on new work and youth leadership, Contact is dedicated to creating innovative projects and theatre for and with younger generations.

Dance

• Company Chameleon: A Manchester-based dance company that has developed a strong reputation for producing innovative and expressive dance, often incorporating it into performances with other artistic groups, such as the Manchester Camerata. 

Music

• The Hallé: Founded in 1858, the Hallé is one of the world's most renowned symphony orchestras and a cornerstone of Manchester's classical music scene. Its home is the Bridgewater Hall.

Community Arts North: CAN is a long-established Manchester-based arts organisation. We are an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation and a Manchester City Council Cultural Partnership Funded Organisation. We build deep, long-lasting connections with communities across Greater Manchester, developing unique, creative projects with people whose voices are not normally heard in the mainstream.

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Child Accident Prevention Trust

We focus on the three pillars of accident prevention: empowerment, education and influence.

• We enable parents to make sense of safety advice and nurture happy, healthy families.
• We provide educational resources, advice and training for everyone working with children and families.
• We use our expertise to advise businesses and government.

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accdents

Manchester Fire & Rescue Service

The Road Safety Trust

Brake – The Road Safety Chaity

Above Water Charity: Focuses on empowering school-age children with water safety and drowning prevention skills through educational sessions. 

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 School-based play leader initiatives

These programs train older students, typically in Years 5 and 6, to organize and lead games and activities for younger children during break times. 

• Greater Manchester Moving (GM Moving): Supports a Playground Activity Leadership (PAL) program in Manchester primary schools. The initiative trains older pupils to lead sports and physical activities, helping to meet the target of 60 minutes of daily activity and developing their leadership skills.
• Foundation 92: This Salford-based organization runs a Playground Leaders programme that trains Year 5 and 6 pupils in leadership, communication, and health and safety. The initiative focuses on creating a more active and engaging playground environment.
• PEAK Physical Education & Active Kids: Offers one- or two-day Playleader Training courses for pupils and staff. Trainees learn a wide range of playground games and are provided with resources to run their own playtime activities. The company also offers follow-up support to schools.
• Salford North School Sport Partnership (SSP): Developed the "Salford PALS" (Playground Leaders) training package to teach Year 5 and 6 pupils sports leadership skills. This resource has been used for many years in Salford schools to support playground leaders and assist in school sporting events. 

Wider youth and community initiatives

Several Manchester-based charities and organizations provide funding and support for play initiatives that train young people and strengthen community play provision. 

• Young Manchester: Commissions sector-led infrastructure programs, including through its Youth & Play Fund. The organization invests in projects that drive quality in the city's youth and play provision by offering training, capacity building, and support.
• Co-op Young Leaders Programme: Run by the Co-op Academies, this program empowers students to become change-makers in their schools and communities. It combines workshops, projects, and mentoring to develop leadership skills through cooperation and community action.
• Z-arts: While known for its theatre productions, Z-arts also hosts interactive and creative play events for families and children, such as Adventures in Wonderland. This can provide a model for play and creative activity that leaders could adapt for their own initiatives. 

Manchester Young Lives

Our roots lie in the co-operation of local people and communities coming together to create their own opportunities through adventure play. Our facilities are among the most unique in the Manchester, which enables us to work with over 4,000 young people in our city each year.

East Manchester Youth & Play Partnership

Manchester Family Hubs