Our Story

Founded in London by Carlos Simpson, BE(YOU)FULL began as a creative movement a response to a world losing touch with authenticity, empathy, and human connection.
It started with one belief: to change the world, we must begin with education.

What began as a small mentoring initiative has evolved into a Community Interest Company (CIC) that empowers young people and educators through creativity, mentoring, and emotional intelligence.
From classrooms to communities, BE(YOU)FULL blends art, design, and coaching to help people reconnect with who they are and who they can become.

Today, BE(YOU)FULL stands as a bridge between education and transformation, inspiring every individual to be human, be kind, and be you, fully.

Mission

To empower young people and educators to embrace authenticity, empathy, and purpose through creative education and mentoring.
We help individuals build confidence, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence, nurturing a generation of conscious leaders who shape society with compassion and creativity.

Vision

A world where education grows empathy, creativity drives change, and every human being feels empowered to express their true self.
We envision communities where young people and teachers learn not only what they know, but who they are  transforming classrooms into spaces of inclusion, imagination, and belonging.

Purpose

Our purpose is simple but powerful:
Redefine education as a journey of self-discovery, not conformity.
Through mentorship, creativity, and social engagement, BE(YOU)FULL helps people reconnect with meaning, inspiring them to lead lives rooted in authenticity, emotional literacy, and human connection.

Strategic Plan (2025-2030)

  1. Education & Empowerment
    Develop mentoring programmes across UK schools and community organisations to strengthen emotional resilience, self-leadership, and agency among young people.

  2. Professional Development for Educators
    Provide accredited training and mentoring support for teachers, grounded in EMCC Global ethics and frameworks for coaching and supervision.

  3. Creative Learning Spaces
    Establish BE(YOU)FULL Creative Hubs physical and digital spaces combining art, mentoring, and technology to promote human-centred learning.

  4. Partnerships for Social Impact
    Collaborate with local councils, universities, and international networks to advance social inclusion, sustainability, and educational reform.

  5. Research & Innovation
    Publish annual reports, case studies, and creative outputs documenting BE(YOU)FULL’s measurable impact and long-term contribution to education and community wellbeing.

Impact

Our work has reached hundreds of educators, young people, and creative professionals through mentoring, workshops, and art-based initiatives.
Each project amplifies a simple truth: when people feel seen and supported, they become capable of extraordinary things.

BE(YOU)FULL’s impact is measured not only in numbers, but in transformation in confidence gained, empathy developed, and possibilities opened.
Every conversation, artwork, and mentoring session contributes to a wider movement toward human-centred education.

Projects

1. The BE(YOU)FULL Mentoring Programme

A one-on-one and group mentoring experience designed to help young people and educators build self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and leadership confidence.

2. Creative Schools Initiative

Partnering with schools to integrate art, design, and reflective mentoring into learning environments, encouraging creativity and emotional wellbeing.

3. Synergy Circle

A collaborative learning community connecting mentors, coaches, and artists who explore transformation through creative dialogue and ethical practice.

4. Supporting Young People in Sustainability

An ongoing program that helps students explore the link between self-agency and environmental responsibility, aligning personal growth with planetary wellbeing.

5. The BE(YOU)FULL Philosophy Series

Public talks, essays, and art exhibitions exploring identity, authenticity, and the future of education merging philosophy, design, and social consciousness.

Join the Movement

BE(YOU)FULL is more than an organisation, it’s a philosophy of being.
We invite educators, artists, mentors, and changemakers to collaborate, volunteer, and co-create spaces of transformation where everyone can be you, fully.

Join Today or Contact Us to become part of the movement.

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