Highlights

Zikel Notice, a Birmingham and Black Country UpRiser writes about a visit to Balsall Heath Forum, a stellar example of community leadership and 'Big Society' in action.

Two Birmingham UpRisers mingle with some of the Birmingham's top professionals at the launch of the 2012 BYPY Awards.

Birmingham UpRiser Chadwick Jackson describes meeting fellow UpRisers for the first time at the leadership retreat in Trafford Hall.

UAAB member Dan Bridgewater advocates that young people should not let age deter them when starting their own business.

Asma Mushtaq recounts her experience of the first Birmingham learning session.

A couple of UpRising alumni from Birmingham put themselves in a homeless person's shoes for one night.

Year 2 Birmingham UpRising beckons with the closing of the deadline for applications.

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