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OUR PROGRAMMES
We deliver programmes that turn anger into action, supporting young people to build their political identity, organise, and lead change on the most pressing issues of our times.
We bring together young people and local communities in the heart of Brixton, continuously rooting our work in community and solidarity.
NOTHING ABOUT US WITHOUT US
WELCOME TO MARHABA SPACE!
Marhaba Space will be an open access space for young people aged 13-25 living in Lambeth run out of our Vining Street Hub every Thursday! It will be a brilliant space which upholds all of our values and ideals - and one that is open consistently and free to use for all young people, no questions asked
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MARHABA SPACE
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WHY DOES MARHABA SPACE EXIST?
Spaces where young people meet, learn, grow, organise, agitate, and dream together are being pushed out of existence, and while we are doing our best to fight that on a structural level as an organisation, the pressing needs with this cost of living crisis have made it clear we need and should do more.
WHO CAN COME?
All young people aged 13-25 and who live in Lambeth are welcome to drop by
between 12 PM - 6PM!
WHAT WILL BE AVAILABLE THERE?
We will keep the space free for the young people to shape as they see fit - through conversations with us and with each other. The young people who join us will be able to do their homework, hang out with friends or get to know people, access our social justice library, listen to music, do art, learn more about organising from us, or simply just exist in a space that is warm, cosy, welcoming, and sees them for the brilliant people they are.
We will make sure there is food at every session - sandwiches the young people can make for themselves, fruit, and hot drinks to have.
Nothing About Us Without Us
At TAA, young people are not just participants in our programmes, they shape them. From designing leadership pathways to deciding how we respond to the world around us, members take an active role in setting direction.
Our cyclical leadership model ensures decisions are made with, not for, young people, so that every step we take reflects their vision for justice and change.
Our Approach to Co-Creation
We believe the most powerful change comes when those most impacted by injustice shape the solutions.
Co-creation at TAA means young people leading alongside staff and partners, building programmes and campaigns rooted in justice, solidarity, and shared learning.
It’s not just about inclusion, but about transforming how power is held and decisions are made.
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IGNITE
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Ignite is the starting point for becoming a TAA Member — a two-day induction that breaks down barriers to political education and action.
Here, young people step into the basics of organising, explore the issues they care about, and find their place in the movement. From there, the journey only grows as they build their own political identity.
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LEADERSHIP BINGO
Movements need leaders at every level. Leadership Bingo is our choose-your-own-adventure path to organising and leadership development.
Rooted in Power Within, Power With, Power To, members build the skills they want, from running winning campaigns to stepping into responsive action when the world demands it.
It’s how we grow leaders ready to address the most pressing issues of our time.
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CMDP
The Changemaker Development Programme (CMDP) is a leadership development training programme, which recruits and trains graduates of our programmes, to be able to deliver our programmatic offers to future cohorts.
Changemakers are trained over 6 months, and roughly 145 hours in youth work and facilitation skills. Split across 8 ‘hats’ or skill areas, ranging from pastoral care to group dynamics and educator, the programme focuses on the skills, leadership styles and approaches to doing youth work and facilitating complex social justice content.
At the heart of the programme is the principle of cyclical leadership wherein Changemakers have the opportunity to deliver the same programmes they were participants on, and inversely, participants are being led by those who have experiential knowledge of these programmes.
BOOK THE LIBERATION CENTRE
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The Liberation Centre is where ideas turn into action.
With flexible co-working, training spaces for up to 60 people, an archive and gallery celebrating youth organising, a cosy auditorium, a fully equipped kitchen, and accessible lift and toilets, it’s made for community, campaigns, and creativity to thrive.
Whether you’re running a workshop, hosting an event, or building a movement, this is your space to gather, connect, and make change happen. Spaces are in high demand, so reach out early to secure your spot.
Want to book our space?
Please read more about our space, our hire rate philosophy and how you can get involved.
Support Us!
In addition to our core training programmes, TAA also provides critical infrastructure to support and strengthen the emerging youth organising sector, from financial hosting, legal and strategic advice, to networks, relationships, and policy and campaigning support, to physical space for community groups to meet and organise in.
Whether you want to partner with us, volunteer, become a regular donor or join our community of organising partners, please get in touch with us via our contact form and let us know how you want to get involved.
