Antonia joined Bore Place as a trustee in 2025, bringing her passion for empowering young people and embedding their voices in decision-making and policy shaping.
As the Founder and CEO of Participation People, the UK’s leading youth engagement agency, Antonia has over 20 years’ experience in transforming how organisations work with children, young people, and families.
She specialises in turning youth insight into meaningful change—whether through co-created strategies for local authorities, brand repositioning for charities, or future-proofing initiatives with global businesses. Antonia has advised organisations including Vodafone, English Heritage, The National Lottery and the Department for Education, and is a regular thought leader in Children & Young People Now.
A charismatic public speaker and strategist, Antonia is committed to making systems more inclusive and accessible. Her work has consistently demonstrated that when young people are seen, heard, and involved, services and organisations thrive.