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The British Youth Council is the National Youth Council of the UK. A youth-led charity, we empower young people aged 25 and under to influence and inform the decisions that affect their lives. We support young people to get involved in their communities and democracy locally, nationally and internationally, making a difference as volunteers, campaigners, decision-makers and leaders.

Read our latest blogs from the British Youth Council trustees, volunteers and staff.

 

Are you brave enough to take on The Big Leap?

What is on your 2023 bucket list? Are you an adventure-seeker who cannot live without extreme challenge experiences? At the British Youth Council, we are always up to a challenge, and this time, we’ve got you covered with The Big Leap, an adrenaline-fuelled bungee jump. Brave participants will leap from a 300ft bungee at Tatton

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Reflecting on the successes of 2022

Chair of the British Youth Council Zara Khan takes a moment to consider all that’s happened over the last year. As we wind down for the festive season, I wanted to take this opportunity to reflect on the many successes of the Charity during this past year. Whilst there have been numerous challenges, including a

Are you up for the Run31 Challenge?

While wrapping up 2022 and looking forward to 2023 for a fresh start, you probably have your New Years’ resolution noted down in your journal. It goes without saying that a fitness goal might be at the top of your list, and if that’s the case, we have a great offer for you! Our Run31 Challenge is back

Young People have their say on climate in COP27 roundtable

On Thursday 8th December, 12 Members of Youth Parliament represented their regions at a COP27 roundtable with officials from the UK government to talk about climate change. In attendance were representatives from DCMS and the Department of Education, Baroness Barran, negotiators from COP27, and a specialist on the circular economy. It was brilliant to deliver

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