About Us
Fixers is a unique charity which helps young people to ‘fix’ the issues they feel strongly about.
The charity has supported thousands of 16 to 25-year-olds to raise awareness and understanding of the issues they face, and highlighted their achievements on ITV.
Now, thanks to a £7.2 million grant from the Big Lottery Fund, Fixers is expanding to all countries in the UK.
Fixers was established as a project of the Public Service Broadcasting Trust in 2008.
How each Fixer tackles their chosen issue is up to them – as long as they benefit at least one other person.
Each Fixer is supported to create the resources they need to make their chosen project a success, with creative help from media professionals.
Many Fixers chose to make a film, music video, run workshops or hold an event to encourage change in their communities.
Press releases
Eight cans of lager for £6? Not good news for everyone.
A young Plymouth woman whose alcohol addiction led to a period of trouble with the police is coming clean about her own experiences to ensure... read more
12.11.2013 • By Fixers
Letting your talents shine for the good
A budding creative from St Paul’s in Bristol is urging young people to follow their dreams and not routes to crime. Richie Royal, 25, found... read more
12.11.2013 • By Fixers
New dance group started for young people in Wrexham and Mold
A young woman from Wrexham, who found confidence through dance, is working with a local group to help other young people in the area. Fixer... read more
14.10.2013 • By Fixers
Life with a hidden illness: young Harwich woman’s campaign to support...
Fixer Ashleigh Lovett loves music and sport, but two years ago she was struck down with an illness that made following her passions much more... read more
08.10.2013 • By Fixers
Cardiff man inspiring young people to unlock their potential wins...
A football-mad Cardiff Fixer on a mission to inspire young people to try something new and unlock their hidden talent has won support from former... read more
07.10.2013 • By Fixers
Solihull Fixer launches campaign calling on young women to take up sport
A Solihull Fixer is on a mission to inspire others to follow her lead and learn to love fitness. Britannie Crossfield is using her drive to lift... read more
07.10.2013 • By Fixers
Crowborough teens say counselling works
Two Crowborough teenagers who experienced mental health problems after traumatic experiences are raising awareness of the benefits of counselling.... read more
04.10.2013 • By Fixers
Whether it’s yes or no – vote!
Members of the Scottish Youth Parliament (MSYP’s) are urging young people to get politically engaged - with Scotland’s crucial independence vote on... read more
04.10.2013 • By Fixers
Time to break the stigma: Bristol woman launches self-harm support website
A young woman from Bristol who has recovered from self-harm after a four year struggle, has created a website to improve support for anyone... read more
29.09.2013 • By Fixers
Can you help to create a ground-breaking piece of art in Birmingham?
A group of young people from Birmingham are appealing for help in creating a unique live art installation to tackle the stigma surrounding mental... read more
20.09.2013 • By Fixers