Project :: Buddies

Forest of Dean

The Real Ideas Organisation is a pioneering social enterprise working with young people and communities across the Southwest and beyond. Through ambitious projects, programmes and collaborations we offer young people the opportunity and support to make real things happen - using their own energy, initiative, creative ability and potential.

Registered as a Community Interest Company (CIC) in 2007, we are an ethically based organisation with a fresh perspective, built on solid foundations. Our directors and many of our lead developers gained extensive experience delivering Creative Partnerships in the Southwest since 2002 and we have many years of experience in leadership, education, youth work and creative practice.

The Real Ideas Organisation wants to see young people everywhere have the space, connections and ongoing support to fulfil their potential and experience the practical benefits of developing their own ideas. Young people are at the forefront of what we do, actively involved in shaping RiO and all our programmes so that they really work.