What influences young people’s aspirations? What ‘capital’ do they need to aspire? Arts Emergency CEO and co-founder Neil Griffiths tells us how the UK-based charity is helping young people to expand their cultural capital. Professor Louise Archer, who has led the ASPIRES project, is investigating the importance of young people’s science capital. And Amie Kirby, a member of Arts Emergency’s Youth Collective, highlights the importance of seeking help from others. Build your capital, aspire and find support. This issue of Futurum is a good place to get started