Powering on project & Filigi Presents

Welcome to the very first episode of Chat in the Vil! In today’s conversation, host Kara sits down with Tia, a young adult from Coalville, to talk openly about one of the biggest challenges facing young people today: housing.

Together they explore:

🏠 Why young adults feel worried about affording a home

💷 The realities of saving, renting, and understanding mortgages

📚 The lack of education around housing, credit, and financial systems

🏘️ Issues with private renting and social housing

💬 What young people in Coalville want to see change

🧠 How housing stress impacts mental health

✨ Ideas for improving housing access and support in the community

Tia shares her personal experiences - from navigating private renting to learning essential life skills outside of school - and highlights the importance of giving young people a voice in local decision making.

If you’re a young person struggling with housing, someone working in the sector, or just curious about what life looks like for the next generation in Coalville, this episode is for you.