Glow in the Dark is a short campaign film that re-imagines the narrative of youth homelessness by focusing on hope and resilience rather than just hardship.
A collaboration between Coram Voices in Action and Coalesce Studios, the film was co-produced with young ambassadors who have lived experience of homelessness. After a six-month process that began with a “day in the life” concept, the film’s focus shifted to the remarkable ambitions of these young people—from aspiring lawyers to fashion designers—and their tenacity in working toward their dreams despite major obstacles. The film then envisions a better future where these young dreamers receive the support they need to succeed, while also highlighting the young ambassadors’ current advocacy work. Glow in the Dark is a powerful call to action, urging society to address the hidden youth homelessness epidemic and back the potential of Britain’s young homeless dreamers.
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Glow in the Dark won the coveted Piccadilly Lights Spotlight Prize at the 2025 Big Syn International Film Festival Awards
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Glow in the Dark – Behind the Scenes
Voices in Action: Youth Homelessness
The Voices in Action youth homelessness programme empowers young people with lived experiences of homelessness or housing insecurity to influence change.
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