Generation Change

Harnessing the energy and innovative spirit of the next generation for long lasting change and impact while supporting their career and personal development in return. Change. Starts. Now.

Are you a uni student in Ireland looking to develop new skills, gain work experience and network with industry leaders, all whilst doing some good? Or are you a professional looking to share your wisdom to support our next generation of change makers? If so, you’ve come to the right place… Welcome to Generation Change!

What is Generation Change?

Generation Change is a fundraising and networking initiative for Ireland’s undergrads created by the SCOOP Foundation. Bringing together students and industry professionals, Generation Change raises funds to support SCOOP’s educational projects for displaced young people, nationally and internationally, all whilst providing the participants with invaluable benefits!

Offering a range of exciting opportunities and experiences, Generation Change is a fantastic initiative for university students to enhance and develop professional skills, gain new experiences and build networks with extraordinary individuals from various backgrounds. With practical and dedicated support focusing on students’ personal development and career progression, Generation Change offers:

  1. An Accelerator Mentor – professionals from a wide range of industries, including tech, charity, business, marketing and many more, dedicated to mentoring students throughout their fundraising journey, providing invaluable insights, support and opportunities
  2. Generator Talks – inspirational talks presented by various industry professionals to encourage the next generation
  3. Internships* with SCOOP and other organisations, bodies and companies.

*Subject to availability

Generation Change Pilot Programme (Feb-April 2021)

Launched in February 2021, GenChange piloted their first programme with 10 Changers, raising an incredible €9133.65! Fundraising campaigns included physical challenges such as marathons, a run from Dublin to Hamburg, a 50km kayaking challenge, quirky raffles, vintage clothing sales, quizzes, and positivity campaigns! The innovative fundraisers from the programme’s GenChangers did an insane job raising funds! The teams from SCOOP & GenChange are super proud of each one of you.

The Top 3 Changers who raised the most funds were:

1st ) Rachel Kenny, €2,855.00

2nd ) Stephen Fowler, €1,195.00

3rd ) Stephanie O’Connor, €1,040.00

A big shout out to our wonderful Accelerator Mentors that participated and dedicated their time to mentor students throughout their fundraising journeys. An incredible cohort and a marvellous achievement!

Our inaugural Award Ceremony 2021 was sponsored by Oh Happy Treats, Irish artist John Frazer and Dublin Pizza Company.

Generation Change Programme 2022-23

If you’re interested in becoming a Changer or an Accelerator Mentor, then get in touch with us on [email protected].

 

SCOOP Foundation