Membership is free and it takes just a few minutes to register.
*Our Network Portal is currently undergoing maintenance. If you’d like to join the UK Youth Network, or you’re an existing member wishing to update your organisation’s details, please email movement@ukyouth.org or check back later.
*By signing up to the UK Youth Network, you agree to receive our newsletter containing updates about our work and future opportunities that may be of interest to you. You can withdraw your consent and unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any newsletter or by contacting us at movement@ukyouth.org. For more information about how we use and protect your personal data, please read our Privacy Policy.
Membership at a glance
As a member, you’ll have opportunities to:
Build connections: Connect with organisations and practitioners across the UK to share ideas, build relationships and collaborate. Through initiatives like Standing Together in Solidarity and the Active Futures Community, you’ll exchange experiences, learn from peers and build connections.
Learn what works: Join our monthly Network Engagement Sessions to hear practical examples, explore emerging research and discover approaches that are making a difference for young people and the wider sector.
Develop your organisation: Receive regular updates on policy, funding opportunities – including the UK Youth Fund, capacity-building support and access to programmes, resources and partnerships designed to help your organisation thrive.
Influence change: Help shape the future of youth work and outdoor learning by contributing to consultations, campaigns and other sector conversations that amplify the voices of youth organisations and young people.
Who can join?
These include:
- Grassroots direct delivery organisations delivering services in local communities
- Regional direct delivery and infrastructure organisations supporting youth work across counties, regions and combined authorities
- National and specialist infrastructure organisations delivering services or strengthening the wider youth sector
Membership is free and open to anyone working with or supporting young people
Join thousands across the UK
The challenges facing young people are too big for any one organisation to tackle alone. That’s why we bring organisations together to connect, collaborate and share what works. Today our network includes:
- 9,000+ cross-sector organisations reaching over 4 million young people
- Youth organisations ranging from grassroots community groups to national charities and infrastructure bodies
Explore the map below to see some of the organisations already part of the network
Joining is simple
- Complete the registration form – Tell us a little about you and your organisation.
- We’ll process your registration – We’ll check your details and make sure you receive the updates and opportunities you’ve signed up for.
- Receive your welcome email – You’ll receive information on how to get started and make the most of your membership.
- Start exploring – Join events, access opportunities, connect with others and choose how you’d like to stay involved.
Ready to join?
Become part of a connected system focused on one shared aim: widening the reach and deepening the impact of youth work and outdoor learning.
Together, we’re building a society that backs every young person – through each spark, struggle and success.
*Our Network Portal is currently undergoing maintenance. If you’d like to join the UK Youth Network, or you’re an existing member wishing to update your organisation’s details, please email movement@ukyouth.org or check back later.
*By signing up to the UK Youth Network, you agree to receive our newsletter containing updates about our work and future opportunities that may be of interest to you. You can withdraw your consent and unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any newsletter or by contacting us at movement@ukyouth.org. For more information about how we use and protect your personal data, please read our Privacy Policy.
Youth Scotland
The largest national youth work organisation in Scotland, supporting 66,000 young people, 1,450 youth groups and over 8,200 youth workers. Youth Scotland has been around since the early 20th century and has a diverse membership network – from small rural youth groups to large urban projects. The common goal that we all share is better outcomes for young people.
Youth CYMRU
Youth Cymru is a major youth work charity operating within the whole of Wales.
Until June 7th 2003 we were known as the Welsh Association of Youth Clubs (WAYC).
The WAYC can trace its history back to the Cardiff and District Federation of Girls Clubs, which was formed in 1934. This means that Youth Cymru has been serving the needs of young people in Wales for over 83 years.