Empowering young people, grassroots organisations, and communities to thrive through mentoring, creative health, and collaboration.
200+
Young people mentored
Supported through the Same As Me Foundation since 2022.
1,000+
Residents engaged
Taking part in community assemblies and insight labs every year.
50+
Partners collaborating
Working with councils, schools, cultural organisations, and funders.
2021
Founded in Southwark
Proudly rooted in South London and expanding across the capital.
We break down barriers by creating spaces where community voice leads, creativity heals, and collaboration unlocks new futures.
We amplify the voices of Black communities and create spaces for authentic representation and leadership.
Assemblies and programmes bring residents, cultural leaders, and health partners together to co-design solutions.
From Southwark to cities across the UK, we grow partnerships that create lasting change.
Mentoring, assemblies, partnerships, and creative health collaborations that respond directly to what residents tell us they need.
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Our flagship mentoring programme connects young people with relatable role models who share their lived experience.
Impact
200 mentoring relationships have supported young people to build confidence, raise attainment, and map pathways into further education and work.
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Monthly gatherings that bring together young people, families, and local partners to celebrate culture, share learning, and co-design change.
Impact
Over 1,000 residents have taken part in assemblies that spark new collaborations, celebrate talent, and surface community priorities.
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Collaborative action with councils, schools, and community groups to address the issues residents tell us matter most.
Impact
Our partnerships have supported 50 young people into employment or training and improved attendance across partner schools.
Arts-based health programmes that improve wellbeing, reduce isolation, and celebrate Black creativity as a force for healing.
Impact
75% of participants report improved mental health outcomes and stronger social connection after taking part in our creative health residencies.
From scholarships and funding guides to wellbeing toolkits, our resource library keeps communities and changemakers equipped.
Job boards, CV templates, interview preparation, and professional networks helping young people thrive at work.
Comprehensive guide to scholarships, bursaries, and financial aid for Black students across the UK.
Updated March 2025 · PDF guide
Video series featuring recruiters and coaches sharing practical tips for applications and interviews.
6 videos · 3.5 hours
Business planning tools, funding directories, legal guidance, and mentorship offers for founders and side-hustlers.
Directory of grants, angel investors, and accelerator programmes focused on Black-led ventures.
Updated February 2025 · 42 funding sources
Our consultancy arm supporting organisations to embed equity, evaluation, and lived experience in their strategies.
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Creative health programmes, mental health resources, and wellbeing tools designed with and for Black communities.
Find therapists, facilitators, and artists delivering culturally grounded wellbeing support.
Guides for setting up peer support circles, healing spaces, and wellbeing check-ins.
Stories from our programmes, partners, and communities as we build power together.
As we turn three, we look back on the partnerships, programmes, and people powering The Black Society.
Published 20 January 2025
Continue readingOur January assembly focused on youth opportunity with workshops, performances, and collaborative problem solving.
Published 15 January 2025
Continue readingA huge milestone for our flagship mentoring programme supporting young people aged 12-24.
Published 10 January 2025
Continue readingWhether you are a funder, educator, creative, or grassroots organiser, there is space for you in this movement.
How we collaborate
