Welcome
to Change

A place where every young person matters.

Origin Story

From that small beginning grew the London Community Cricket Association, a movement proving that sport can heal what systems break.

In 1981, London was burning. The Brixton Riots lit up the streets with anger, frustration, and unheard voices. Amid the smoke, our founder Andy Sellins OBE, a then university cricketer, saw not chaos, but potential. Each weekend he played in the city’s parks, asking local kids to move so matches could begin, until one day, he invited them to join instead.

What followed was a spark of hope in a place once defined by violence. A new youth team rose from the heart of a housing estate, turning tension into teamwork, despair into direction. From that small beginning grew the London Community Cricket Association, a movement proving that sport can heal what systems break.

Today, as The Change Foundation, we still carry that flame: led by experience, grounded in unconditional care, and fearless in our mission to build a world where every young person feels seen, safe, and free to grow through sport.

Mission

We transform sport into a tool for change, building safe, healing spaces that empower young people, challenge systems, and create lasting impact.

Vision

A world where every young person, no matter their story, feels seen, safe, and free to grow through sport.

Values

Experience is Power – Our spaces and decisions are led by those who’ve lived it.

Care Without Conditions – We meet every person with empathy, dignity, and unwavering belief in their worth.

Courage to Be Different – We challenge systems, rewrite the rules, and build spaces that truly serve those who need them most.

Our Impact

We have spent over four decades improving our programmes by listening to the voices of our young people. 

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Young People Supported Globally

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Social Change Coaches Trained Globally

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Countries Delivering Social Change Initiatives

Read ‘The Change Effect’ our theory of change

Our People

Our President

The role of President is key to The Change Foundation, providing leadership, advocacy, and inspiration while ensuring young people remain at the heart of everything we do. 

Theo Sergiou

As a programme graduate, my journey from Tottenham to Oxford has shown me how sport, resilience, and opportunity can transform lives. Living with sight loss and overcoming significant challenges has shaped my determination to champion inclusion, empower young people, and ensure everyone feels they belong both in sport and society.

Our Team

CEO Advisors

Our Trustees

Our Ambassadors