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National youth charity supporting youth work and young people ⚡️ https://linktr.ee/UKYouth

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Another way is possible: Building hope, belonging and better mental health through youth work - UK Youth We are in the midst of a youth mental health crisis.   Addressing it will require sustained investment from Government, funders and wider society in the relationships and community infrastructure that...

Last week, we brought together policymakers, funders & youth orgs to explore insights from The UK Youth Fund: Thriving Minds.

The message was clear: invest in youth work, invest in young people.

👉 Read the blog and full report here: www.ukyouth.org/2026/03/anot...

09.03.2026 14:45 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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👉 Read Billy’s story and donate:
www.ukyouth.org/2026/02/7-ma...
…and visit our Own Place fundraising page to start your own challenge: www.ukyouth.org/get-involved...

04.03.2026 10:01 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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We support local youth organisations across the UK to turn ideas into impact. Whether you’re running, walking, hosting or creating your own event, your fundraiser can help open doors for young people across the country.
Local action. National impact.

04.03.2026 10:01 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
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At UK Youth, we champion Own Place Fundraising — where individuals bring the cause into their communities:
✔ community walks
✔ school fundraisers
✔ quiz nights
✔ bake sales
✔ workplace challenges

04.03.2026 10:01 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
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Youth work gives young people safe spaces, trusted adults and opportunities to build confidence, resilience and belonging, yet many young people struggle without these supports.

04.03.2026 10:01 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
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Billy's story is a powerful example of how local action can create national impact. After experiencing firsthand the difference youth work made in his life, Billy is taking on a truly remarkable challenge: 7 marathons in 7 days — finishing with the Brighton Marathon, to raise funds for UK Youth. 🏃‍♂️💙

04.03.2026 10:01 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
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The difference? A youth worker in their corner.

👉 Read the full report and learn what works:
www.ukyouth.org/2026/03/work...

03.03.2026 10:59 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Work experience works — with youth worker support.

1,200 young people took part in our Hatch programme.
66% were in work, education or training three months later.
71% improved their employability skills.

03.03.2026 10:59 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
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Claim your free will online today bit.ly/4kiynji or call 020 4525 3605 and quote UK Youth to book a phone or in-person appointment.
#changestartswithawill

02.03.2026 09:09 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

We’re covering the costs of wills up to £150 – so you can write a simple will for free, or get a discounted will with trust.

You can do this online, over the phone or in person with a will writing expert or solicitor.

02.03.2026 09:09 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0

A gift in your will could help support people through youth work.

We’ve partnered with expert estate planners, Octopus Legacy, to offer you the chance to write or update your will for FREE today.

02.03.2026 09:09 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0

Writing or updating your will isn’t just something to cross off your to-do list. It’s a chance to spark a meaningful change for the people you love and causes you care about.

02.03.2026 09:09 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
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⏳ Closing 28 February.

There’s still time to respond to #JustOneQuestion — but not for long.

Your voice helps shape what comes next for the youth sector.
👉 Take part now: bit.ly/JOQ_feb26

25.02.2026 11:08 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Thriving Minds: Insight Area #2 - UK Youth Through three years of the Thriving Minds Fund, we have learned with and from youth organisations, Dartington Service Design Lab, and a range of evidence from relevant cross-sector partners. This tell...

Investing in youth workers’ mental health literacy means better support for young people.

Explore this Insight Area of our work here: 👉 www.ukyouth.org/thriving-min...

#YouthWork #MentalHealthLiteracy

24.02.2026 10:11 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Youth workers cannot “do” mental health support alone. Cross sector relationships, training & reflection matter more than ever.

You can explore this topic in more detail through our Theory of Change: ➡️ bit.ly/4rcWSAF

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Exploring the importance of supporting youth workers' mental health literacy and wellbeing
YouTube video by UK Youth Exploring the importance of supporting youth workers' mental health literacy and wellbeing

Our new #ThrivingMinds insight area is live! Youth workers need strong mental health literacy and support for their own wellbeing - and there are effective, low-cost ways to do it.

Watch our animation 🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=LtAd...

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Thriving Minds: Insight Area #2 - UK Youth Through three years of the Thriving Minds Fund, we have learned with and from youth organisations, Dartington Service Design Lab, and a range of evidence from relevant cross-sector partners. This tell...

Investing in youth workers’ mental health literacy means better support for young people.

Explore this Insight Area of our work here: 👉 www.ukyouth.org/thriving-min...

#YouthWork #MentalHealthLiteracy

24.02.2026 10:00 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Youth workers cannot “do” mental health support alone. Cross sector relationships, training & reflection matter more than ever.

You can explore this topic in more detail through our Theory of Change: ➡️https://bit.ly/4rcWSAF

24.02.2026 10:00 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
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We’re covering the costs of wills up to £150 – so you can write a simple will for free, or get a discounted will with trust.

Claim your free will online today bit.ly/4kiynji or call 020 4525 3605 and quote UK Youth to book a phone or in-person appointment

10.02.2026 08:11 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Change starts with a will.

By giving a gift to UK Youth your will could help change - and sometimes - save a young life through the power of youth work.

We’ve partnered with expert estate planners, Octopus Legacy, to offer you the chance to write or update your will for FREE today.

10.02.2026 08:11 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0

Every bid supports UK Youth’s new Experiential Learning & Sports Centre at Avon Tyrrell — a year-round, accessible space where young people can grow through sport, challenge and teamwork.

Backed by UK Youth President and F1 legend Nigel Mansell.
Bid. Share. Shape futures. 💙🏁

06.02.2026 11:09 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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A rare chance to own a race-worn Oscar Piastri McLaren F1 suit — while supporting young people to build confidence, resilience and teamwork through sport.

🗓 Auction ends 17 February
👉 bit.ly/4aDf14n

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🏎️ Race-worn. Iconic. Impact-driven.

Bid on Lando Norris’ McLaren F1 Alpinestars racing suit and help create life-changing opportunities for young people.

🗓 Auction ends 17 February
👉 bit.ly/3O0hGNE

06.02.2026 11:09 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
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A rare motorsport auction with a powerful purpose.

Our President, Nigel Mansell, is auctioning unique memorabilia from his personal collection — including race wear, helmets, trophies and other iconic sporting items.

🗓 Auction ends 10 February
👉 bit.ly/3ZgzvKX

06.02.2026 11:09 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0

🏁 Own a piece of Formula 1 history — and help change young lives.

UK Youth is auctioning iconic motorsport items, including race-worn F1 suits, with all proceeds supporting young people across the UK.

Bid, share and help build confidence, opportunity and belonging. 💙

06.02.2026 11:09 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
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Your voice matters 💬

February’s #JustOneQuestion is here

We’re back after a short pause — listening to youth workers on what the sector needs right now.

👉 Share your thoughts before 28 February: bit.ly/JOQ_feb26

05.02.2026 14:54 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Your voice matters 💬

February’s #JustOneQuestion is here

We’re back after a short pause — listening to youth workers on what the sector needs right now.

👉 Share your thoughts before 28 February: bit.ly/JOQ_feb26

05.02.2026 10:00 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
Summer Jobs Programme with placement provider nexfibre
YouTube video by UK Youth Summer Jobs Programme with placement provider nexfibre

Watch the video here and learn about their experience 🔽

www.youtube.com/shorts/k_yQi...

29.01.2026 09:59 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Together, we’re also tackling digital poverty by delivering free full-fibre broadband to 1,000 youth centres.

Now recruiting employers, delivery partners & young people (16–20) for Summer Jobs 2026 👉 www.ukyouth.org/what-we-do/o...
#UKYouth #nexfibre #YouthOpportunity #DigitalInclusion

29.01.2026 09:59 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0

Proud to partner with nexfibre to support young people in the UK 💛

Last summer, two young people completed paid placements at nexfibre’s London offices through the UK Youth Summer Jobs Programme, gaining experience in finance, HR, IT & tech — & building confidence.

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