What matters to you

Giving a voice to the community

What Matters to You (WM2U) is an initiative focused on community-based systems change, collaborating with families in Dundee and Clackmannanshire. 

System change involves altering the conditions that perpetuate problems, with a core focus on amplifying the voices of those with lived experiences. Our strategy begins by getting to know families in local communities to explore ways to address what truly matters to them. 

By focusing on relationships in communities, we aim to support a culture of trust and families truly feeling supported at the right time. 

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Latest news

  • March 9th Event
    Investing in whole family support: the impact of voice-led decision making
    Tuesday, March 17th 2026

    On 9th March What Matters to You were able to bring together over 100 people with a passion and interest in "Investing in whole family support".

    Whether you were able to attend or not, this compact four page summary document gives you access to all that was discussed on the day and links to all the presentations that were given.

    A great summary of an extraordinarly productive event.

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  • ENDING CHILD POVERTY STARTS WITH TRUSTING FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES
    ENDING CHILD POVERTY STARTS WITH TRUSTING FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES
    Tuesday, February 17th 2026

    What if the key to ending child poverty wasn’t more top-down policy, but giving real power to children, families, and communities themselves? 

    If we are serious about ending child poverty, we must be serious about sharing power. This event offers evidence, experience, and inspiration for anyone shaping policy, funding, or practice in Scotland.

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  • Coldside & Maryfield Celebration Event
    Record MIHF funding for Coldside & Maryfield Community Groups.
    Monday, February 16th 2026

    Thirty community groups who are set to bring about positive change in their communities have been named as worthy recipients of the Coldside and Maryfield Make it Happen Fund by What Matters to You (WM2U) at a Celebration event at Fleming Gardens.

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Your experience of WM2U

Whenever anybody asks me what my personal journey was like with it, I really cannae describe it.    …I know I had one, but it’s hard to describe….

With my daughter we have come on so much. The difference is our relationship is amazing. In the beginning it was the school I had approached about (her). I thought something was happening and I needed help. The school made me feel like it was my fault. When I started the Columba group there was no judgement there, just understanding and kindness. They have just been there all the time when I needed anybody, and I think it is great.