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Community Isn't Built in Comments: It's Built in Conversations
If you've ever scrolled through your local town Facebook group, you've seen it. A seemingly harmless post about parking, bin collections,...
Alex Hughes
Mar 154 min read
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Stop Apologising. Start Building.
The UK is at a breaking point. Public sector budgets are being slashed, high streets are fading, and education isn't keeping pace with...
Alex Hughes
Feb 164 min read
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It Takes a Town to Show People They Belong
There’s an African proverb you’ve likely heard before: “It takes a village to raise a child.” It’s a simple yet profound idea that...
Alex Hughes
Dec 9, 20244 min read
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NEETs Rising: A Crisis That Demands Urgent Action
13.2% (over 900,000) of young people aged 16 to 24 in the UK are now not in education, employment, or training (NEET). That’s from July...
Alex Hughes
Nov 23, 20245 min read
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No Connections, No Problem. Networking Without Privilege
Social mobility is a topic often talked about in policy, education, and employment, but lived experiences rarely get enough airtime. It’s...
Alex Hughes
Oct 27, 20246 min read
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Moving Beyond Exam Results: Innovating How We Measure Skills
The conversation about AI disrupting traditional exams has been ongoing, but the real focus should be on how we measure skills and value...
Alex Hughes
Oct 14, 20242 min read
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Fund the Mission, Not the Project: Rethinking Revenue Funding for Non-Profits
The world of non-profit funding has long been locked in a strange place. On the surface, it looks functional. Funders ask for innovative,...
Alex Hughes
Oct 11, 20245 min read
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Why County Lines Aren't the Real Enemy: The Fight for Youth Identity No One’s Talking About
The appeal of county lines and its lure of young people is no secret, it offers them a sense of belonging, quick financial gain, and a...
Alex Hughes
Sep 27, 20245 min read
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The Future of UK High Streets: Residential Takeover or Community Revival?
The UK’s high streets, once the lifeblood of local economies and communities are increasingly being converted into residential flats....
Alex Hughes
Sep 17, 20246 min read
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Addressing the Youth Employment Crisis: A Call for Collective Action
The latest Youth Employment 2024 Outlook report , alongside recent ONS data , highlights the critical state of youth employment in the...
Alex Hughes
Aug 25, 20243 min read
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The Reality of Disagreement
In any meaningful pursuit, whether it's in business, social change, or personal growth, you're bound to encounter disagreement. It's...
Alex Hughes
Aug 14, 20243 min read
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The Crucial Role of Social Mobility in Accessing Quality Work Experience
In today's rapidly evolving job market, work experience has become an essential stepping stone for young people aspiring to build...
Alex Hughes
Aug 5, 20245 min read
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The Impact of the Olympic Esports Games on the UK Esports and Education Sectors
The recent announcement by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to introduce the Olympic Esports Games in 2025, marks a pivotal...
Alex Hughes
Jul 25, 20242 min read
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Phasing Out Cruel Behaviour Rules in English Schools - A Necessary Shift
The recent announcement by Labour to phase out "cruel" behaviour rules in English schools is a bold move and, frankly, a necessary one....
Alex Hughes
Jul 21, 20243 min read
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Empowering Youth: How Inspire 2 Ignite is Making a Difference
In today's rapidly changing world, traditional education often fails to equip young people with the necessary skills to thrive. Inspire 2...
Alex Hughes
Jul 20, 20243 min read
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2023 - A Year of Transformation and Empowerment
As the year draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on the journey that has been 2023. It's been a year defined by transformation,...
Alex Hughes
Dec 30, 202317 min read


My 2022, Shift Got Crazy
As I reflect on the past year, I can confidently say that 2022 was a turning point in my personal growth. At 34 years old, I've always...
Alex Hughes
Dec 30, 202218 min read
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