If you could reimagine the future of the NHS, what change will you make possible?
THE FINAL PITCH
Finalists will pitch their big ideas to bring meaningful change to the NHS. One will win a cash prize and work experience opportunity!
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We are now in the FINAL phase of the competition. The Final Pitch is on 26 January 2026 at The Dome, University of East London
Challenge Update 🚨
An evening of inspiration!
All the finalists will have 2 minutes to pitch their big idea to bring meaningful change to the NHS to a panel of judges and a diverse audience. One will win a cash prize and work experience opportunity with the NHS. All participants and attendees will have a chance to network and take their ideas to the next level. Attendees will have a chance to ask students more about their ideas.
An evening of connections!
This event has been designed to help students connect with:
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NHS professionals and healthcare leaders
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University and career mentors
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Other ambitious students from across London
It’s a chance to build relationships, explore future pathways, and grow your confidence in professional and healthcare spaces.
An evening of celebration!
All registered attendees will enjoy complimentary food and refreshments during the event. Dietary needs can be shared during registration. Set within the inspiring environment of the University of East London campus, it will be an exciting atmosphere for students to imagine their own futures in education, leadership, and healthcare. It’s a day to dream big and take the next step toward your goals.
Final Entry Submission
About the challenge
Who can participate?
We’re excited to invite you to take part in the Peaceful Health Programme, a new challenge for students who are curious about they can make a difference in healthcare within the community.
Aspiring changemakers (16+) from any discipline are welcome to participate. If you want to learn more about how the NHS works, or what a career in medicine, mental health, public health, or social care might look like you are encouraged to participate.
Work with students with interests across health and social care, get professional feedback, showcase your vision, and win a £250 prize!
The Main Task
We are re-imagining the NHS, one that is fit for the future - one that prioritises prevention, care in the community and health equity in every neighbourhood. As we build an NHS fit for the future, we want to address key challenges in our community. The main task is to find creative ways to respond to this challenge.
Pick one of the following themes to address a challenge being faced within its area:
Mental Health
Digital Literacy
Community and Belonging
How can we improve care and engagement in our communities for those who are under-served, digitally excluded or socially isolated?
The process
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Choose a theme you will respond to, and identify the issue you would like to address within the theme
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Plan a response - anything is acceptable from a report, video, poster campaign, or community engagement plan
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Identify your the key message and intended method of communication - submit this as your initial draft idea. The form to register your interest and share your idea is below.
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You will be matched with a mentor based on your initial idea who will be able to support you as you develop the outcome.
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Submit the final project.
Why join?
💷 Win £250 – Grab a cash prize for the most powerful and creative idea!
🤝 1-to-1 Mentorship – Get personal feedback from NHS professionals working in frontline roles.
🧠 Boost Your Career – The top 3 entrants will win a work experience opportunity. This is your chance to get an insight into how systems are innovated within healthcare.
📜 Earn a Certificate – Showcase your participation and skills on your CV and LinkedIn.
🎤 Pitch to Local Leaders – Present your ideas to NHS and community decision-makers.
🔗 Build Your Network – Connect with NHS teams, alumni, and future employers looking for passionate people like you.
Programme Timeline
19 October - Register your interest and submit initial ideas/drafts
1 November - Matched with a mentor for feedback
23 November - Final submission deadline
Early December - Shortlist announced
Mid December - Project Showcase & Awards Ceremony (prize announcement, best projects featured)
**Note - Initial submission deadline has now been extended by a week to 12 October 2025 after request from interested participants.