In partnership with the London Borough of Sutton, ECF conducted:

• A workshop with 17 participants aged 13 to 18, with attendees recruited through the Council’s community partners to gather their feedback. The ECF team led the session, beginning with an icebreaker activity, during which pizza, drinks and snacks were provided.
• In the first activity, participants were encouraged to think broadly about their experiences and use of the area surrounding St. Nicholas Shopping Centre. Using interactive materials, young people were able to map the area, share how they felt about specific locations, and suggest improvements.
• Top Trump cards were then used in the second activity as a game which allowed young people to rate and discuss five existing community spaces across different categories: food, social, sports, community, and culture. They evaluated each space on three key indicators: need, suitability, and inclusivity.
• To recognise their participation, all 17 young people received certificates of participation, refreshments, and a £20 Love2Shop voucher, enhancing the social value impact of the project.