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We are Sound Communities

Creatively Empowering Youth Voice

OUR IMPACT

Sound Communities worked directly with over 1587 children and young people in Torbay and South Devon in 2024. Our participants say that their involvement in our activities has increased their:

+92%

Confidence

We asked our participants if working with us had developed their confidence: 92% said yes.

“I’ve been with you guys for six years so far and to say I’ve grown as a person is an understatement. I am now extremely confident. I’m happy within myself and know that I always have your support.”

+94%

Skills

We asked our participants if working with us helps us to learn new skills and be more creative: 94% said yes.

“I feel like I’ve succeeded at becoming a better artist, lyric writer, rapper and performer.“

 

+94%

Youth voice

We asked our participants if working with us makes them feel that their voice is heard: 94% said yes.

“Fin’s empathetic nature and advocacy for inclusivity make him a joy to work with. He supports me to keep my practice relevant and my skills sharp as a youth practitioner.”

In 2023 Ocean Youth Radio reached over 33,000 young listeners online, on DAB and through the Ocean Youth App.

Case Studies

Case Study: Daisy

"Because of you, hundreds of children’s lives have been impacted and changed."

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Case Study: Joel

"Sound Communities is about finding your place, finding your people and finding your voice."

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Case Study: Fin

"He’s gained so much confidence and is now able to be in a group, which he struggled with previously. It makes me proud every day to see how far he’s come."

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