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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On Thursday 5th September 2022, Chris Kaba, a 24-year-old Black man was shot by police in South London. While the exact circumstances surrounding his death remain undisclosed, Kaba was unarmed and died within his vehicle. The British Youth Council understands the concern his death will cause black communities.  The case has drawn negative attention for

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The British Youth Council has stressed radical intervention is needed to combat the cost of living crisis and to prevent further children and people from falling into poverty. The statement follows the British Youth Council’s Annual Council Meeting, where members renewed their support strong economic package for young people. The charity demands greater recognition, awareness

The British Youth Council has reached out to welcome the new Minister, Lord Kamall, who now has responsibility for policy relating to children and young people at the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport. The new appointment follows the commencement of Liz Truss MP’s tenure as Prime Minister.  The youth-led charity used the moment

Statement: Her Majesty The Queen

The British Youth Council is saddened to learn of the death of Her Majesty The Queen. Throughout the Queen’s reign as Head of State, she has been a patron of 433 organisations including a number of charities serving children and young people in the UK.  The Queen, who succeeded to the throne at the young

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