Hi, I'm Binish - a young activist and campaigner from Manchester. My passion for politics was deeply inspired by RECLAIM, whose bold activism resonated with my outgoing nature. Seeing the injustice and inequality around me fuelled my desire to participate in politics. I knew I couldn’t stand by without taking action to help create positive change.

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As a young person, I found support in my community, especially through grassroots organisations like RECLAIM, which allowed me to speak up and gave me the tools to navigate political spaces. Mentors and peers who shared similar experiences helped build my confidence, showing me that my voice mattered, even when I felt out of place.

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However, there are barriers too—like not feeling heard or taken seriously because of my age and coming from a working-class background, which meant access to political spaces often felt limited or intimidating. Many young working-class people face the same struggles: lack of resources, limited networks, and the constant feeling that politics is reserved for the privileged, not people like us.

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But I want to help change that, and I hope this film sparks conversation, thought, and change, just as much as it has for me and our team. This project has been a labour of love, and it wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible support, dedication, and collaboration of so many talented people.

 

If you're young and want to make a change, my advice would be to just do it. Don’t overthink it; go for it. Every opportunity you get, grab it with both of your hands and don't let go. Whether you like it or not can only be decided after you have given it a try. I hope this documentary inspires you as much as it does me.

 

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