We are proud to announce that Wowment has now recorded more than 11,500 conversations between users, many of whom are young people and their volunteer mentors. This growth has happened in just 8 months since we launched the patent-pending technology in January 2025.

Every single one of these conversations represents a moment of encouragement, guidance, and connection. Together, they tell the story of how technology can enable safe, human relationships at scale.

Why This Matters

When Wowment was first created, many said it would be impossible to allow volunteers and young people to communicate safely without sharing personal contact details. Yet, that is exactly what we have achieved.

Wowment works seamlessly through WhatsApp, where young people already spend their time, but it adds a powerful safeguarding layer:

• No need to share phone numbers – volunteers and young people can connect without exchanging personal details.

• AI safeguarding built in – conversations are monitored to prevent risk and protect confidentiality.

• Data-driven insights – every conversation provides valuable understanding of how relationships are developing, allowing support to be offered at the right time.

Beyond the Numbers

This milestone is not just about reaching 11,500 conversations. It is about what those conversations represent:

• A young person feeling less alone.

• A mentor helping to build confidence and independence.

• Communities strengthened by safe and meaningful human connection.

Looking Ahead

11,500 conversations is just the beginning. With Wowment, we are scaling safeguarding-first communication across mentoring, volunteering, and one-to-one support programmes. Our vision is to make safe connection possible wherever it is needed most.

We are grateful to every organisation, volunteer, and young person who has been part of this journey so far. Together, we are proving that technology can protect, empower, and inspire at scale.