What is Youth Social Action?

Welcome to the first episode of Voices in Action, a podcast from The National Lottery Community Fund, co-produced with Be the change. Media Network. In this episode, host Lily Mott is joined by Molly Taylor and Henry Hughes, Co-Chairs of the #iwill Movement, to explore what youth social action really means and why it’s such a powerful force for change. Together, they unpack what it looks like when young people lead projects, organisations, movements, and communities, the role of adults in empowering youth leadership, and how small acts of social action can have a big impact. Molly also shares a moving poem that captures the power of youth voice and belonging. The episode also marks the launch of the new #iwill Fund, opening on 22 October 2025. The #iwill Fund is a fantastic opportunity for organisations across England to access funding that supports young people to lead positive change in their communities. Whether you’re a changemaker, youth worker, or just curious about how young people are shaping our present and future, this episode will leave you inspired to take action. For more information about: The National Lottery Community Fund: https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk The #iwill Fund: https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/funding/funding-programmes/iwill-fund-2025-strand-2 The #iwill Movement: https://www.iwill.org.uk Be the change. Media Network: https://www.bethechangemedianetwork.com/ Follow The National Lottery Community Fund on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram and LinkedIn. Subscribe to this podcast and join us for more stories of youth-led change, community, and the power of social action.