The power of youth led initiatives

A case study by Phoebe McMullen, Youth Social Action Apprentice at Bournemouth and Poole College, Wiltshire College and Weymouth College.

Offering a wide range of enrichment activities is a key aspect of college life, because on top of academic learning, students gain their independence and shape their own identity. Youth Social Action (YSA) plays a vital role in this process by empowering young people to take ownership of socially impactful projects, and supporting their agency to explore and develop an idea they are passionate about. ‘Youth-led’ is one of the six principles of Youth Social Action, with ideas and decision making being driven by the young people involved.

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Youth Social Action Ambassador Programme Case Studies 2024-2025

Equal trades – women in construction
Mindfulness matters
Care cafés: creativity and collaboration in action!
Food For Thought
Empowering young women – building safer communities
Inclusivity Fairs
Empowering change - Hull youth social action project
Small moments, big impact: the street art mural project
Baking for Better Mental Health
Staff vs student football charity match
Celebrating our community against the backdrop of division
Anti-Vaping Awareness Campaign
Student voice in action
Shelter together- supporting individuals facing homelessness in Stoke-on-Trent
Supporting students’ development and well-being through active and recognised involvement in the college community
Safer Parks Project
Youth Social Action Ambassador Programme Impact Report 2024-2025
The power of youth led initiatives