MEET THE DOCKERS BUILD UP FOUNDATION
Building Up the Next Generation Build Up is a social enterprise which puts young people in control of construction projects that make a lasting contribution to their local community. We give young people the opportunity to make decisions, influence their local area and see the real-life impact they can have. In a time when regeneration is bringing far reaching change to our cities, Build Up gives young people both a say and a role in how their communities are built. In the words of Jamal, 15: “I didn’t think we would be doing so much of it to be honest, I thought it would be more like you guys telling us what to do and us helping a bit, I didn’t think we’d be making the decisions”. We build young people’s confidence in what they can achieve, and open up a future not limited by where they’ve grown up. Build Up works to equip young people with the skills, perseverance and reliance to succeed. For communities, our projects unite housing associations, businesses, youth groups and families around a new structure built by and for those who will enjoy it.