Who we work with

“I have worked with Big Ideas since 2015 across a broad range of programmes. Big Ideas are committed to quality and ensure those whose voices are less heard are at the heart of their work. Their diplomacy in navigating complex partnerships enables them to bring people together for important causes. If you want genuine community engagement, Big Ideas are for you.”

We have worked with Big Ideas to bring young people together in Canada and the UK – they have an impressive network of contacts and are fleet of foot dealing thoughtfully with sensitive topics and managing ambitious programmes. They live up to their name.

“The Office for Veterans’ Affairs awarded Big Ideas £68k to work with schools and local communities to produce films in which young people from each of the home nations interview nuclear test veterans. This is part of the Government’s commitment to commemorating the contribution of nuclear test veterans and their families, and making sure their stories are passed on for generations to come.”

“Big Ideas delivered our youth-led grants programme – their creative approach to working with young people has achieved impressive impact with strong outcomes for young people in areas of higher deprivation across the city.”

“Can highly recommend Virginia and her team at Big Ideas. … they are a superb outfit: creative, hardworking and just a lovely group of people.”

“Big Ideas made the process fluid as they adapted to the changing needs throughout the project. The staff were professional and supportive and flexible. I have enjoyed working with the team and would definitely recommend them.”

“It is a joy working with the Big Ideas team on Futures for All. The quality of the resources developed is quite exceptional. The team have realised the heart of this programme which is to work with the community to realise potential creating an opportunity for everyone to build their confidence and employment skills.”

“As someone who works at the coalface with your projects you need to know how good they have been on so many levels.

 It has really inspired our young people and staff to understand the importance of thinking about others, valuing other people’s lives, beliefs and possibly different values to our own. In my opinion it has really helped the young boys at Middlesbrough become more rounded individuals who are better equipped to deal with an evolving society.

The more young people who have access to the opportunities we have had and get involved with similar projects will only benefit their individual and wider communities.”

“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Virginia on a number of different projects – she has a huge amount of experience, expertise, and creativity – as well as enthusiasm for making community engagement work.”

“Between us, Big Ideas and PDI Media offer a wealth of experience, working to the highest standards and with a relationship enabling a very open exchange of ideas which creatively brings the best out of each other.”