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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.

Latest news

Successful Applicants Receive Strathmartine Make it Happen Fund

Wednesday, August 27th 2025

Twenty-one community groups who are set to bring about positive change in their communities have been named as worthy recipients of the Strathmartine Make it Happen Fund by What Matters to You (WM2U) at a Celebration event at Downfield Juniors Football Club.

The fund is run by local communities for local people and enables families and community groups to set the fund’s priorities and design the funding proposal process for their area.
Read the article Successful Applicants Receive Strathmartine Make it Happen Fund
Why learning is the key to change

Friday, August 1st 2025
Reflective Blog from Craig Tomlinson who is Head of Insight at BBC Children in Need. Read the article Why learning is the key to change
Make It Happen Fund Extends Its Reach

Tuesday, July 29th 2025

The Make it Happen Fund, a community-led initiative to bring positive change to communities in Dundee is extending its reach across Dundee to support more communities.
The funds will open in the East End Ward (Douglas, Craigie, Mid-Craigie & Linlathen) and the North East Ward (Dalclaverhouse, Mill O'Mains, Emmock Woods, Whitfield, Fintry & Ballumbie) on Monday 1st September and full details can be found on the following respective web pages.
Read the article Make It Happen Fund Extends Its Reach

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.