About

We design creative strategies that change lives — through youth-led co-creation, brave thinking, and a refusal to accept the status quo.

Make (Good) Trouble drives change by working in deep partnership with young people — listening to their stories, understanding their lived experiences, and turning that insight into personal and societal transformation.

We support young people facing social, emotional and economic disadvantage to build the confidence, curiosity and creative thinking skills they need to thrive — in learning, in life, and in the future of work.

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Our Vision

To empower every child and young person to feel included, to belong — and to be equipped for a world that’s constantly evolving.

Our Values

Co-Creative

We work side by side with young people — not as subjects, but as collaborators and change-makers. They shape the stories, strategies and solutions we deliver. We also partner with local authorities, public health, schools, youth services, universities and families to drive collective impact.

Transformative

We reimagine what learning, growth and recognition look like. We connect the arts and STEM to unlock creativity, problem-solving, and emotional resilience — equipping young people with the skills and self-awareness they need to navigate complexity.

Equitable

We commit to real inclusion and authentic access for all — especially for those facing systemic barriers. We build safe, welcoming, peer-led spaces where every voice is heard, every identity is respected, and every contribution is valued.

Impactful

Everything we do is insight-led, measurable and designed to make a difference. We research, reflect and refine — always evolving in response to what young people tell us they need.

Rewarding

We believe young people’s time, input and expertise should be properly recognised. That means being heard, being trained, being paid — and receiving credit for their contributions. We award RSA Cities of Learning digital badges, endorsed by City & Guilds, to acknowledge their work with us. Over 150 badges have been awarded to date.

Who We Work With

We collaborate with:

  • Local authorities, Public Health & the NHS
  • Educators, youth workers, researchers, creatives & policymakers
  • Parents, carers and families
  • And most importantly — young people themselves

Together, we’re shaping systems that truly reflect the needs, voices and potential of the next generation.