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Youth Co-operative Action

Our groundbreaking programme, supported by the Co-op Foundation and the#iwill Fund, focuses on youth activism, inspiring a new generation of young people aged between 12-20 to use co-operative values and principles to make a change where they live.

Delivered in towns and cities across England, each cohort is encouraged to think differently to solve problems in their community and understand the real power of their voice. Empowered with the skills, knowledge and platform to tell their story, they work together to inspire real, meaningful change.

Skills and opportunities

Through taking part in the scheme, young people will learn new skills, meet new people and have fun. Focused on team work and problem solving, all those taking part will gain the confidence to tackle the issues that matter to them, both now and in the future.

Explore the different locations below and register to take part!

Youth Co-operative Action Greater Manchester

Youth Co-operative Action Greater Manchester

Our Youth Co-operative Action project has been running across Greater Manchester since 2019, supporting young people to develop new skills and lead change in their communities. Read more

Published: 25th January, 2017

Updated: 26th January, 2022

Author: Andrew Mallinson

Youth Co-operative Action Plymouth

Youth Co-operative Action Plymouth

Our Youth Co-operative Action project landed in Plymouth this autumn with young people aged 12-17 taking part in social action across their community. Read more

Published: 25th January, 2017

Updated: 5th May, 2022

Author: Andrew Mallinson

Youth Co-operative Action London

Youth Co-operative Action London

Our free Youth Co-operative Action project is underway in Lewisham, London, right now. Don't miss the chance to be involved in future cohorts - register now! Read more

Published: 26th January, 2017

Updated: 25th January, 2022

Author: Andrew Mallinson

What previous participants had to say

What previous participants had to say

Don't just take our word for it - see what's been said before about our YCA project Read more

Published: 16th May, 2019

Updated: 3rd September, 2020

Author: Andrew Mallinson

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