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From organisational news and policy updates to inspiring case studies and media coverage, this is where we share what’s happening across Real Ideas. Whether you're a partner, participant, funder or curious visitor, explore how our work is evolving, growing and making a difference.

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DHSB Summer School Day

Devonport High School for Boys’ new Year 7 intake enjoyed an immersive day at Market Hall, featuring 360° dome experiences and tech workshops in filmmaking and LEGO robotics to spark creativity

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Mayflower Academy 360 Film Project

Mayflower Community Academy’s Year 6 Leavers’ Project combines a 5-week 360° filmmaking programme with a celebratory Market Hall event, showcasing pupils’ creativity in an immersive dome experience.

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Empowering Through Code: Aiden’s Path to a Tech Career

Aiden’s journey with Yep! transformed his academic knowledge into hands-on tech skills. Volunteering and career support boosted his confidence and prepared him for roles in game development.

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A Step In the Right Direction

By listening to EA’s goals and funding practical training, YEP! helped her turn a passion for the outdoors into a pet care business, boosting confidence and creating a path to self-employment.

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Driving Success In Cornwall

Free driving theory lessons and funded licences are helping young people in rural Cornwall overcome transport barriers, build confidence, and access employment opportunities.

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Working Together to Change a Young Mans Life

Through multi-agency collaboration, Jack—a young man with autism and ADHD—transformed from long-term unemployment to a creative internship, gaining confidence and independence along the way.

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Autism Appreciation Week with Fountain Head House School

Fountain Head House School celebrates Autism Appreciation Week with a 360° filmmaking project, giving SEND pupils a creative voice and immersive experience that’s now part of their curriculum.

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University of Plymouth School of Education STEAM Project

University of Plymouth BEd students explored STEAM through hands-on printmaking and 360° filmmaking workshops, creating immersive projects to inspire future primary classroom learning.

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Voluntary Visitor Contribution Scheme - Unlocking Community Investment

Assessing voluntary visitor contributions in St Ives, Penzance, and Looe to fund community projects through tourism.

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Trowbridge Town Hall - A High Street Landmark Reimagined

Supporting Trowbridge Town Hall Trust to secure £16m Future High Streets funding and create a vibrant community space.

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Tamar Crossings - Optimising Value Study

Identifying innovative income streams and social enterprise models for vital South West transport infrastructure.

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Rame Conservation Trust - Planning for Redoubt 4

Heritage Lottery-funded feasibility plan for restoring historic Redoubt 4, part of Glenville Battery on the Rame Peninsula.