Phoenix Youth Empowerment CIC is a community-rooted organisation that supports young people aged 11–18 across Bedfordshire. We work closely with those at risk of school exclusion, criminal exploitation, or disengagement from education and society.

Our mission is to empower young people through three key strands of support:

Targeted 1:1 Mentoring that helps young people build trust, improve behaviour, and stay engaged in school. Our mentors provide consistent emotional support, challenge negative thinking, and help students set and achieve realistic personal goals—often resulting in improved attendance, reduced incidents, and renewed focus.

Early Intervention Services that address issues such as knife crime, county lines, and emotional regulation. These workshops are designed to shift attitudes, build awareness, and reduce risky behaviour. By intervening early, we help prevent exclusions, reduce the influence of negative peer groups, and promote safer choices both in and outside of school.

Enterprise & Skills-Based Programmes that provide practical learning experiences through business and bicycle workshops. These sessions develop transferable skills such as leadership, teamwork, communication, and problem-solving—giving young people a sense of purpose, pride, and preparation for future education, employment, or self-employment.

Founded by Najaf Shah and Ryan Mason-Hope, our trauma-informed team combines lived experience with professional training, creating a relatable and effective approach to youth engagement. We work in partnership with schools, local authorities, and alternative provisions to deliver outcomes that are not only measurable—but meaningful.