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Youth Volunteering

We offer a range of volunteering and youth social action opportunities for young people who want to develop skills, gain experience and create real change.

 

Whether you’re interested in media, youth voice, research or supporting others, volunteering with us gives you the chance to be part of something meaningful.

 

What You Can Do

As a Youth Social volunteer, you can:

  • Help create podcasts, videos and digital content

  • Be part of the Youth Think Tank and share your views

  • Support research and insight projects

  • Promote opportunities and campaigns to other young people

  • Represent Youth Social as an ambassador in your college or community

 

Why Volunteer With Us?

  • Volunteering isn’t just about giving your time—it’s about gaining something valuable in return.

  • You’ll have the opportunity to:

  • Build confidence and communication skills

  • Gain real experience for your CV or personal statement

  • Develop digital, creative and teamwork skills

  • Meet new people, take part in fun activities and expand your network

  • Make a positive impact on other young people


Flexible and Inclusive

We understand that everyone has different commitments.

  • That’s why our volunteering opportunities are:

  • Flexible and designed to fit around college, work and life

  • Open to all young people aged 16–25

  • Supportive, with guidance from experienced staff

  • No previous experience needed—just a willingness to get involved.

 

Get involved today

You can get involved straight away by completing our latest Youth Think Tank surveys (link to YTT – new page) or you can join our Youth Think Tank panel to discuss the findings. If you would be interested in finding out more please contact us via the webform below or via our socials.

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 For Partners and Stakeholders 

 

Our youth volunteering programme:

  • Engages young people in meaningful social action

  • Supports skills development and progression pathways

  • Provides diverse youth voice and lived experience insight

  • Contributes to community wellbeing and social value outcomes

  • We aim to build one of the region’s leading youth volunteering networks, creating opportunities for young people to contribute, influence and grow.

 

We have received financial support to develop our volunteering offer through the Community Plus fund.

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