Missed the National Youth Strategy #JustOneQuestion?
Good news — we’ve extended the deadline to 31 March so more youth workers can share their insight.
👉 Have your say: bit.ly/JOQ_feb26
With NEET levels still a real challenge, events like these create access, confidence and opportunity where it’s needed most.
#BuildingConnections #YouthEmployability #NationalApprenticeshipWeek
And at Bridgwater College, Young Somerset connected students with local businesses at their Careers Fair.
Huge thanks to all the employers who supported — and to the Coca-Cola Europacific Partners volunteers who help make this programme possible.
Two brilliant Building Connections events in February 💙
During National Apprenticeship Week, Brighter Futures for Children brought together young people in Reading — many NEET or at risk — for interactive workshops and employer sessions focused on real apprenticeship pathways.
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...
👉 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...
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.
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
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.
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. 🏃♂️💙
The difference? A youth worker in their corner.
👉 Read the full report and learn what works:
www.ukyouth.org/2026/03/work...
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
⏳ 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
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
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
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...
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
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
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
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.
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. 💙🏁
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
🏎️ 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
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
🏁 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. 💙
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
