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.
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British Youth Council calls on Prime Minister to address cost of living crisis
The British Youth Council has expressed deep concern for the ramifications of the cost of living crisis on young people. In a letter to the new Prime Minister, Liz Truss MP, the charity called on the government to take steps to protect young people from deepening poverty before we approach the winter of 2022. The
British Youth Council calls for solidarity with young people
The British Youth Council is calling on the UK public to support the voices of young people on the issues that matter to them. Their latest plea coincides with International Youth Day which focuses on the barriers to intergenerational solidarity, notably ageism, which impacts young people across the world. Representing millions of young people, the
- Published in News, Votes at 16
NHS Youth Forum speaks out on digital mental health services, healthcare inequalities, widening access and more
In collaboration with the NHS, the NHS Youth Forum have released reports and resources which encompass their drive to address the issues young people face in healthcare. These reports and resources focus on digital mental health services, healthcare inequalities, widening access and the experiences of young people throughout the UK. Additionally, each report suggests recommendations
- Published in News, NHS Youth Forum
British Youth Council calls for an end Rwanda deportation policy
The British Youth Council remains concerned about the government’s continued attempts to deport people to Rwanda. The charity’s international representatives, UK Young Ambassadors, call on the government to end this brutal practice immediately. The intervention follows a series of statements from across the political spectrum and an open letter from more than 100 organisations. The
- Published in News, Press, UK Young Ambassadors