Opportunities
On this page you will find opportunities to make new friends, stay healthy and creative, receive educational support, positively impact your community, and shape your future.
Check out the opportunities below!
Youth Voice Blogger
Do you want to share your story? Or perhaps you have tips and advice for other young Londoners struggling? Take a look at the opportunity we have for you to become a Youth Voice Blogger.
Youth programmes
Explore is a free programme run by the Prince's Trust that can help you improve your wellbeing, build a positive routine and plan how to achieve what you want in life. You'll gain teamwork, leadership and communication skills.
Love sport? Join Street Sports to get active and meet new people. They will also help you find suitable work, training opportunities and further education.
XLP's Young Leaders Project is for those aged 16-18 who need guidance with their future. They will help you with your college and university applications and provide you with a supportive community.
Are you living in Hackney and looking for activities this summer holiday? Young Hackney has youth centres throughout Hackney offering exciting events, including music, drama, cooking, and drop-in health sessions.
City Gateway have a range of jobs and apprenticeships paying up to London Living Wage in Business and Administration. They can help secure you one of these great opportunities.
Volunteering
Become a Summer Reading Challenge Volunteer! Merton libraries are looking for volunteers to help keep children aged 4-11 reading throughout the summer holidays. You do not need to have previous experience of volunteering but you do need to be: reliable, friendly and enthusiastic!
Sharing Space Eats Chefs cook food every Thursday to feed the Somers Town community at affordable prices. Two volunteers are needed each session to help with washing up in the kitchen.
Volunteer as a Play Worker in Mile End! You will plan a variety of play activities, including arts and crafts, games and outdoor play while making sure the children are safe and feel welcome.
Safer London Young Researcher
If you're aged between 11-25 and have a good understanding of how violence and exploitation affects young people, this is your chance to make a difference.
Our team will work with you to explore the role of friendship and peer relationships in supporting young people impacted by harm outside the home.
📅 Kick off meeting on 28th May 2024
⏱️ 4-8 hours per month over six months
🎁 Perks of becoming a Young Researcher include: earning an AQA accreditation, receiving vouchers, fun activities and food!
Do you want to bring positive change for young Londoners? If yes, become a Safer London VIP! Safer London VIP's are a group of young Londoners passionate about making their voices count and tackling issues like violence and exploitation in our city. Whether it's sharing ideas, starting conversations, or getting hands-on with solutions, they are here to make a real difference and keep London safe for everyone.
Become a Safer London VIP today
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