social impact stories

Nigel Travis runs a Boxing Club in a disused garage in the fire station, Moss Side. It’s a registered charity which has been Changing people's lives since 2008.

“Some people haven’t got the stomach for it because they think that women shouldn’t box, that’s just a bigoted opinion”

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Germaine is Southern Area Champion. He worked as a plumber before signing his first deal as a professional boxer.

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“ If something is taken away from you it just makes you more hungry for it”

A sports intervention story about young men and women, finding hope through the grass roots of amateur boxing.

Go to deprived inner cities areas of this country and you will probably find a boxing gym. Its doors will always be open to those challenged young individuals who are continually at risk from violent crime, abuse, mental health and other serious issues. These are rich and inspiring stories about struggle, resilience, determination and achievement against all the odds. 

We have established privileged access to boxing clubs up and down the country, from which we are able to pull countless compelling narratives. 

In connecting your unique brand values to these stories, you can be the catalyst for great change in these young men and women’s lives

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"When I look around I do't see myself reflected anywhere, what's on the TV what's on the posters..."

Lexie & Aisha are a model couple known as The Queer Nomads. Lexie is the founder of Queer Weddings UK, the first company in the UK that plans and coordinates weddings for LGBTQ+ couples, and Head of Operations at UK Black Pride. Aisha is the founder of Moonlight Experiences and a proud queer activist. She believes in using the economical power of LGBTQ+ tourism and nightlife to help amplify marginalised voices and transform communities. Aisha is the Head of Community Engagement at UK Black Pride.

Linton was in prison for 4 years.  He was destined to be a great heavyweight boxer. He now dedicates his time training others.

“I was in prison for four years, don’t waste your time doing all that crime cause I’ve told you what you can expect”

A sports intervention story about young men and women, finding hope through the grass roots of amateur boxing.

Go to deprived inner cities areas of this country and you will probably find a boxing gym. Its doors will always be open to those challenged young individuals who are continually at risk from violent crime, abuse, mental health and other serious issues. These are rich and inspiring stories about struggle, resilience, determination and achievement against all the odds.

We have established privileged access to boxing clubs up and down the country, from which we are able to pull countless compelling narratives.

In connecting your unique brand values to these stories, you can be the catalyst for great change in these young men and women’s lives

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“The person I am today was created by what I’ve been through in my life”

A sports intervention story about young men and women, finding hope through the grass roots of amateur boxing.

Go to deprived inner cities areas of this country and you will probably find a boxing gym. Its doors will always be open to those challenged young individuals who are continually at risk from violent crime, abuse, mental health and other serious issues. These are rich and inspiring stories about struggle, resilience, determination and achievement against all the odds.

We have established privileged access to boxing clubs up and down the country, from which we are able to pull countless compelling narratives.

In connecting your unique brand values to these stories, you can be the catalyst for great change in these young men and women’s lives

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"For me, having representation on our own mainstream media or just as a whole is so important for our young people to be inspired. And that is what I want for all of our community."

Ash is a youth worker who is passionate about empowering at-risk youth and supporting them in finding career pathways. As a proud Indigenous man, Ash also has two businesses. Through these platforms, he is working to enrich the lives of not only fellow Indigenous peoples, but all Australians, by recognising and celebrating traditional Indigenous culture.

Dee remembers her first time in a ring sparing with a guy.  They both had busted lips and even when the coach stopped the fight they carried on.

"Being a female goes out of the window, you hit them hard they’re gonna hit you hard back"

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Aaron works as  a youth worker and mentor at Carneys Community. With help of organisations such as Carneys he has overcome many personal challenges in his life. He now want to give back by supporting young people with his shared experience.  

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“They took away youth clubs, the places where you leant respect. I mentor the kids to help them rationalise where they’re at, cause its hard innit”

A sports intervention story about young men and women, finding hope through the grass roots of amateur boxing.

Go to deprived inner cities areas of this country and you will probably find a boxing gym. Its doors will always be open to those challenged young individuals who are continually at risk from violent crime, abuse, mental health and other serious issues. These are rich and inspiring stories about struggle, resilience, determination and achievement against all the odds.

We have established privileged access to boxing clubs up and down the country, from which we are able to pull countless compelling narratives.

In connecting your unique brand values to these stories, you can be the catalyst for great change in these young men and women’s lives

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Ross still experiences men that don’t like woman fighting.

"Your defying your gender role, still some men don’t like women fighting"

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"Seeing people of my background coming from adversity doing amazing things, showing me that I can do it too and I could be in those places"

Esther is a family and domestic violence advocate currently studying Law. Born in South Sudan, Esther made her way to Australia from a Kakuma refugee camp in 2003. Having struggled to fit in, coming from a refugee background, Esther’s mission is to make a difference - no matter how small - and fight for all people’s rights.

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Chantelle is from Northampton UK, and former kickboxing champion. Signed to MTK Global and promoted by Matchroom boxing. Her ambition is to unify division and currently stands undefeated. 

"All of us females that are entering that ring, winner or loser, champion or no champion, we’re all setting an example"

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Celebrated contemporary dance choreographer Dam Van Huynh was five years old when his family faced by an oppressive communist regime, were forced to flee Vietnam. It would be a perilous journey  to an uncertain future.

“It’s an oddity to explain to people that being a first-generation immigrant you shy away or perhaps turn your back on your culture”

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“I’m exactly the same as these kids. You say something to them and they look at you as if to say, na he’s talking a load of bollocks”

A sports intervention story about young men and women, finding hope through the grass roots of amateur boxing.

Go to deprived inner cities areas of this country and you will probably find a boxing gym. Its doors will always be open to those challenged young individuals who are continually at risk from violent crime, abuse, mental health and other serious issues. These are rich and inspiring stories about struggle, resilience, determination and achievement against all the odds.

We have established privileged access to boxing clubs up and down the country, from which we are able to pull countless compelling narratives.

In connecting your unique brand values to these stories, you can be the catalyst for great change in these young men and women’s lives

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“Its better to get hit in the ring than shot or stabbed outside”

A sports intervention story about young men and women, finding hope through the grass roots of amateur boxing.

Go to deprived inner cities areas of this country and you will probably find a boxing gym. Its doors will always be open to those challenged young individuals who are continually at risk from violent crime, abuse, mental health and other serious issues. These are rich and inspiring stories about struggle, resilience, determination and achievement against all the odds.

We have established privileged access to boxing clubs up and down the country, from which we are able to pull countless compelling narratives.

In connecting your unique brand values to these stories, you can be the catalyst for great change in these young men and women’s lives

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Jamie Moore is a British boxing trainer and former professional boxer who competed from 1999 to 2010.  He is currently working with Chantelle Cameron.

“In any walk of life when its dominated by a certain sex, it’s always difficult to stamp your foot and get respect”

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Giz, Lead Coach at Carney’s Community. After his own personal challenges Giz is supporting young people through the charity.

“Carneys community centre represents a place where anyone can go to, we wanna try and show society what young people are capable of”

A sports intervention story about young men and women, finding hope through the grass roots of amateur boxing.

Go to deprived inner cities areas of this country and you will probably find a boxing gym. Its doors will always be open to those challenged young individuals who are continually at risk from violent crime, abuse, mental health and other serious issues. These are rich and inspiring stories about struggle, resilience, determination and achievement against all the odds.

We have established privileged access to boxing clubs up and down the country, from which we are able to pull countless compelling narratives.

In connecting your unique brand values to these stories, you can be the catalyst for great change in these young men and women’s lives

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"That idea of visibility is at the core of the project"

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Australian-based photographer, filmmaker, creative director, podcast host and former Australian Survivor contestant. Through his work, Jarrad is committed to showcasing and celebrating diversity in all forms.

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Mark Reigate is head coach at London’s Fitzroy Lodge and Mick Carney’s successor.  He was an amateur boxer winning the ABA’s and is co-founder of Charity Carneys Community.

"The kids come into the gym with no money, you let them in cause you gotta give everyone a chance"

A sports intervention story about young men and women, finding hope through the grass roots of amateur boxing.

Go to deprived inner cities areas of this country and you will probably find a boxing gym. Its doors will always be open to those challenged young individuals who are continually at risk from violent crime, abuse, mental health and other serious issues. These are rich and inspiring stories about struggle, resilience, determination and achievement against all the odds. 

We have established privileged access to boxing clubs up and down the country, from which we are able to pull countless compelling narratives. 

In connecting your unique brand values to these stories, you can be the catalyst for great change in these young men and women’s lives

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George has invested his time into the community for over 20 years. He has presented TED talks on positive outcomes for young people and is a shining light in the Community. Carney’s community a charity in Battersea London, is the legacy of legend Mick Carney. It is here where local young people come and find love, learn how to control their emotions, life skills and be safe from crime, abuse and other challenges.

"If they’ve been through trauma, if they’ve been assaulted. If you’re young and coming from an estate, if you’re on free school meals, those are the people that are feeling that they’re forgotten about"

A sports intervention story about young men and women, finding hope through the grass roots of amateur boxing.

Go to deprived inner cities areas of this country and you will probably find a boxing gym. Its doors will always be open to those challenged young individuals who are continually at risk from violent crime, abuse, mental health and other serious issues. These are rich and inspiring stories about struggle, resilience, determination and achievement against all the odds.
We have established privileged access to boxing clubs up and down the country, from which we are able to pull countless compelling narratives.
In connecting your unique brand values to these stories, you can be the catalyst for great change in these young men and women’s lives

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Germaine is Southern Area Champion. He worked as a plumber before signing his first deal as a professional boxer.

"Even though there’s a crowd around you shouting and yelling, it’s just you and him”

A sports intervention story about young men and women, finding hope through the grass roots of amateur boxing.

Go to deprived inner cities areas of this country and you will probably find a boxing gym. Its doors will always be open to those challenged young individuals who are continually at risk from violent crime, abuse, mental health and other serious issues. These are rich and inspiring stories about struggle, resilience, determination and achievement against all the odds.

We have established privileged access to boxing clubs up and down the country, from which we are able to pull countless compelling narratives.

In connecting your unique brand values to these stories, you can be the catalyst for great change in these young men and women’s lives

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  "I am tired of apologising "

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Mark Reigate took over the running of the iconic Fitzroy Lodge boxing club as head coach following the death of his mentor Mick Carney the talisman founder of the club.

“I was naughty at school, the only thing that got my interest was sport. Then one day all my mates wanted to go boxing. That was it I was hooked”

A sports intervention story about young men and women, finding hope through the grass roots of amateur boxing.

Go to deprived inner cities areas of this country and you will probably find a boxing gym. Its doors will always be open to those challenged young individuals who are continually at risk from violent crime, abuse, mental health and other serious issues. These are rich and inspiring stories about struggle, resilience, determination and achievement against all the odds. 

We have established privileged access to boxing clubs up and down the country, from which we are able to pull countless compelling narratives. 

In connecting your unique brand values to these stories, you can be the catalyst for great change in these young men and women’s lives

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"Being a queer woman is not all I am"

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Aisha Shaibu is an LGBTQ+ activist, cultural producer, and founder of award-winning tours and events company Moonlight Experiences. Moonlight Experiences is dedicated to uplifting queer women, non-binary and Black/POC members by harnessing the economic power of tourism & nightlife to tackle the lack of diversity.  Aisha has been an architect of diverse parties, festivals, and events collaborating with brands, institutions, and communities on events designed within an intersectional framework. Aisha’s activism and community contribution extends to the work she does as Head of Community Engagement for UK Black Pride and as a Trustee for GiveOut, an international LGBTQI+ charity that gives towards the fight for human rights across the world.

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As he grew up in his new surroundings, Dam struggled to find his way in what increasingly felt like an alien culture. He calls it The Silent Period’ were language and culture on both sides were a mystery and his parents refused to talk about their experiences.

“Dance for me has no judgement about where you come from or where you belong to”

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Chantelle Cameron heralds from Northampton. Undefeated, she  is a two weight world Champion. Signed to MTK Global and promoted by Matchroom boxing, her ambition is to unify the division currently stands undefeated. 

"When I first went into boxing I was eighteen. I beat everyone, no-one wanted to fight me"

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Mohamed is a refugee muslim living in London. As a young boy Mo witnessed his family home and car being set on fire in London.  He’s ambition is to be an Olympic champion for Somalia.

“I’m a Muslim. My faith gives me a lot in terms of keeping me level-headed. Every time I pray it just takes me to a calmer place”

A sports intervention story about young men and women, finding hope through the grass roots of amateur boxing.

Go to deprived inner cities areas of this country and you will probably find a boxing gym. Its doors will always be open to those challenged young individuals who are continually at risk from violent crime, abuse, mental health and other serious issues. These are rich and inspiring stories about struggle, resilience, determination and achievement against all the odds.

We have established privileged access to boxing clubs up and down the country, from which we are able to pull countless compelling narratives.

In connecting your unique brand values to these stories, you can be the catalyst for great change in these young men and women’s lives

After fleeing the war in Somalia with her children Mo’s mum is happy that Mo is boxing.

“Kids his age they kill each other with knifes, selling drugs, I don’t want Mohammed to end up like that”

A sports intervention story about young men and women, finding hope through the grass roots of amateur boxing.

Go to deprived inner cities areas of this country and you will probably find a boxing gym. Its doors will always be open to those challenged young individuals who are continually at risk from violent crime, abuse, mental health and other serious issues. These are rich and inspiring stories about struggle, resilience, determination and achievement against all the odds.
We have established privileged access to boxing clubs up and down the country, from which we are able to pull countless compelling narratives.
In connecting your unique brand values to these stories, you can be the catalyst for great change in these young men and women’s lives

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“They took away youth clubs, the places where you leant respect. I mentor the kids to help them rationalise where they’re at, cause its hard innit”

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A sports intervention story about young men and women, finding hope through the grass roots of amateur boxing.

Go to deprived inner cities areas of this country and you will probably find a boxing gym. Its doors will always be open to those challenged young individuals who are continually at risk from violent crime, abuse, mental health and other serious issues. These are rich and inspiring stories about struggle, resilience, determination and achievement against all the odds.

We have established privileged access to boxing clubs up and down the country, from which we are able to pull countless compelling narratives.

In connecting your unique brand values to these stories, you can be the catalyst for great change in these young men and women’s lives

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Carney’s community a charity in Battersea London, is the legacy of legend Mick Carney. It is here where local young people come and find love, learn how to control their emotions, life skills and be safe from crime, abuse and other challenges.

“I think they have a respect for Carneys because of the love. I can come here, I’m safe here, it’s a home”

A sports intervention story about young men and women, finding hope through the grass roots of amateur boxing.

Go to deprived inner cities areas of this country and you will probably find a boxing gym. Its doors will always be open to those challenged young individuals who are continually at risk from violent crime, abuse, mental health and other serious issues. These are rich and inspiring stories about struggle, resilience, determination and achievement against all the odds.

We have established privileged access to boxing clubs up and down the country, from which we are able to pull countless compelling narratives.

In connecting your unique brand values to these stories, you can be the catalyst for great change in these young men and women’s lives

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“The coaches play a big role. Sometimes they play a coaching role, sometimes they play a parenting role, and sometimes they play a friendship role”

A sports intervention story about young men and women, finding hope through the grass roots of amateur boxing.

Go to deprived inner cities areas of this country and you will probably find a boxing gym. Its doors will always be open to those challenged young individuals who are continually at risk from violent crime, abuse, mental health and other serious issues. These are rich and inspiring stories about struggle, resilience, determination and achievement against all the odds.

We have established privileged access to boxing clubs up and down the country, from which we are able to pull countless compelling narratives.

In connecting your unique brand values to these stories, you can be the catalyst for great change in these young men and women’s lives

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Pierre produces the work for Dam Vanh Huynh. He also manages Centre 151, a Community Arts Centre based in East London, home base of Van Huynh Company

“These people who are already dealing with issues of isolation, we are now asking them to isolate further”

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“Once you know how to box and once, you’re able to look after yourself that’s the time you stop getting in trouble out on the streets”

A sports intervention story about young men and women, finding hope through the grass roots of amateur boxing.

Go to deprived inner cities areas of this country and you will probably find a boxing gym. Its doors will always be open to those challenged young individuals who are continually at risk from violent crime, abuse, mental health and other serious issues. These are rich and inspiring stories about struggle, resilience, determination and achievement against all the odds.

We have established privileged access to boxing clubs up and down the country, from which we are able to pull countless compelling narratives.

In connecting your unique brand values to these stories, you can be the catalyst for great change in these young men and women’s lives

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"I had not seen anyone with a prosthetic leg before and just thought; am I the only one? The more you see, the more you kinda just accept it"

Amy Conroy was diagnosed with cancer and given a 50% chance of survival at aged 12. After a year of chemotherapy, some touch and go times and a leg amputation, she was given the all clear. She has played Wheelchair Basketball for Great Britain for the past 11 years; is a 3x Paralympian, U25 World champion and MVP, and Senior World and European Silver Medalist. After years of being self-conscious about her prosthetic, Amy is now passionate about never letting insecurities, self doubts or 'what ifs' let you limit your dreams and goals. An advocate for authentic representation of people with disabilities in the media.

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With a life led in such professional intensity, that has in many ways masked his history, Dam is about to be confronted with a question he has never fully faced up to.  Who is he really and where does he truly belong? 

“During the war it was quite clear, you stayed and died or go and potentially die”

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Stormzy is a British Rapper from South London.  He is an advocate for Carney’s Community and supports other charities that are tackling racial equality justice reform and black empowerment in the UK.

“This is a dying breed of community youth work, even away from the boxing, just giving you love and support, putting your arm around someone, the doors always open the phones always on, that’s priceless man”

A sports intervention story about young men and women, finding hope through the grass roots of amateur boxing.

Go to deprived inner cities areas of this country and you will probably find a boxing gym. Its doors will always be open to those challenged young individuals who are continually at risk from violent crime, abuse, mental health and other serious issues. These are rich and inspiring stories about struggle, resilience, determination and achievement against all the odds.

We have established privileged access to boxing clubs up and down the country, from which we are able to pull countless compelling narratives.

In connecting your unique brand values to these stories, you can be the catalyst for great change in these young men and women’s lives

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Ross still experiences men that don’t like woman fighting.

"Boxing’s about a mentality regardless of whether you’re young, old, man or woman it’s about what type of mentality to have."

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“I used to get picked on a lot, I remember bricks being thrown through our windows, the whole house was set on fire, I was just a kid and didn’t know what was going on”

A sports intervention story about young men and women, finding hope through the grass roots of amateur boxing.

Go to deprived inner cities areas of this country and you will probably find a boxing gym. Its doors will always be open to those challenged young individuals who are continually at risk from violent crime, abuse, mental health and other serious issues. These are rich and inspiring stories about struggle, resilience, determination and achievement against all the odds.

We have established privileged access to boxing clubs up and down the country, from which we are able to pull countless compelling narratives.

In connecting your unique brand values to these stories, you can be the catalyst for great change in these young men and women’s lives

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Germaine is Southern Area Champion. He worked as a plumber before signing his first deal as a professional boxer.

“Germaine’s a good kid, there could be titles in him. Outside of the ring he’s quiet and unassuming, inside he’s a different animal”

A sports intervention story about young men and women, finding hope through the grass roots of amateur boxing.

Go to deprived inner cities areas of this country and you will probably find a boxing gym. Its doors will always be open to those challenged young individuals who are continually at risk from violent crime, abuse, mental health and other serious issues. These are rich and inspiring stories about struggle, resilience, determination and achievement against all the odds.

We have established privileged access to boxing clubs up and down the country, from which we are able to pull countless compelling narratives.

In connecting your unique brand values to these stories, you can be the catalyst for great change in these young men and women’s lives

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Dee remembers her first time in a ring sparing with a guy.  They both had busted lips and even when the coach stopped the fight they carried on.

"Being a female goes out of the window, you hit them hard they’re gonna hit you hard back"

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Nigel Travis runs a Boxing Club in a disused garage in the fire station, Moss Side. It’s a registered charity which has been Changing people's lives since 2008.

“Some people haven’t got the stomach for it because they think that females shouldn’t box, that’s just a bigoted opinion”

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Tosin suffered a stutter.  Boxing helped him overcome this and grow his confidence.  He wants to give back to others.

“Its better to get hit in the ring than shot or stabbed outside”

A sports intervention story about young men and women, finding hope through the grass roots of amateur boxing.

Go to deprived inner cities areas of this country and you will probably find a boxing gym. Its doors will always be open to those challenged young individuals who are continually at risk from violent crime, abuse, mental health and other serious issues. These are rich and inspiring stories about struggle, resilience, determination and achievement against all the odds.

We have established privileged access to boxing clubs up and down the country, from which we are able to pull countless compelling narratives.

In connecting your unique brand values to these stories, you can be the catalyst for great change in these young men and women’s lives

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Linton was in prison for 4 years.  He was destined to be a great heavyweight boxer. He now dedicates his time training others.

"They can be the toughest guy on the street, boxing and street fighting are two different things"

Go to deprived inner cities areas of this country and you will probably find a boxing gym. Its doors will always be open to those challenged young individuals who are continually at risk from violent crime, abuse, mental health and other serious issues. These are rich and inspiring stories about struggle, resilience, determination and achievement against all the odds. 
We have established privileged access to boxing clubs up and down the country, from which we are able to pull countless compelling narratives. 
In connecting your unique brand values to these stories, you can be the catalyst for great change in these young men and women’s lives.

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Amy Andrew is a former elite National amateur Champion boxer. Now turned professional,  she prides herself as  an ambassador for the sport of women’s boxing.

“When I first went, everyone was like are you in the right place love”

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"Advertising wise I never see anyone like myself, so to do this for someone else like me..."

Monique Dior Jarrett is a National & International Wheelchair Dance Champion in the style of Ballroom and Latin. Monique is also one of five Directors and theMultimedia Manager in the Community Interest Company TripleC (Creative Confidence Collective) which works to improve access for people with disabilities within Arts and Education.

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“As long as I don’t die saying if only….”

A simple question kept Andreas Ksoll awake at night: What can I do to leave a better world behind for my kids? 

He sought a bold and drastic solution to his sleepless nights: to buy one thousand acres of Amazon rainforest, intent on protecting the land from any harm. But the journey he had undertaken was far from straightforward. What started as one man’s eccentric dream has swiftly become a journey of perseverance, collective effort and a refusal to give in. The question has become less about what one man can do, but how we can work together to secure a more sustainable future. 

“If I can protect 1000 aches, what if WE can protect 1000 000 acres?”

The Amazon Man is an inspiring and ongoing tale. But what if you and your organisation can help save the rainforest too? You can be instigators of meaningful change in Andreas’ story, so get in touch, and help achieve a universal dream.

For a young Dam Van Huynh the journey with his family to their eventual safe haven on the west coast of America, took two, long, terrible years. Country after country, internment camp after internment camp, Dam would remember them all. Dam remembers being on a boat which was the size of a canoe when fleeing Vietnam as a young boy.

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"I have some memories that I can't distinguish whether they are actually memories or dreams of Vietnam"

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Dante is an amateur boxer and member of Carneys Community. He was getting into a lot of trouble at school with fights every week. Boxing has helped him turn his life around. His ambition is to go right to the very top of the sport. 

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A sports intervention story about young men and women, finding hope through the grass roots of amateur boxing.

Go to deprived inner cities areas of this country and you will probably find a boxing gym. Its doors will always be open to those challenged young individuals who are continually at risk from violent crime, abuse, mental health and other serious issues. These are rich and inspiring stories about struggle, resilience, determination and achievement against all the odds.

We have established privileged access to boxing clubs up and down the country, from which we are able to pull countless compelling narratives.

In connecting your unique brand values to these stories, you can be the catalyst for great change in these young men and women’s lives

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Coaches are like family to a boxer and boxers are like their children.

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A sports intervention story about young men and women, finding hope through the grass roots of amateur boxing.

Go to deprived inner cities areas of this country and you will probably find a boxing gym. Its doors will always be open to those challenged young individuals who are continually at risk from violent crime, abuse, mental health and other serious issues. These are rich and inspiring stories about struggle, resilience, determination and achievement against all the odds.

We have established privileged access to boxing clubs up and down the country, from which we are able to pull countless compelling narratives.

In connecting your unique brand values to these stories, you can be the catalyst for great change in these young men and women’s lives

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