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Every young person deserves to be heard, supported and given real opportunities.
Youth Unity is a not-for-profit supporting vulnerable young people across London, Essex and Kent — through trusted relationships, early intervention and positive opportunities.
Wherever a young person is, there's a way in
We work from early help through to targeted intervention — supporting young people aged 8–24, the adults around them, and the services that refer them.
I need someone in my corner
A trusted mentor, a safe space, and support to make safer, more positive choices — no judgement.
Find support Parents & carersI'm worried about my child
You're often the first to notice when something's wrong. We work directly with families, case by case.
Get guidance ProfessionalsI'd like to refer a young person
We take referrals from schools, YOTs, policing, local authorities and statutory and third-sector partners.
Make a referralReal change. Stronger futures.
Six years on, our reach keeps growing while our work stays rooted in prevention, early intervention and trusted relationships.
Outcomes based on pre- and post-programme evaluations completed by young people across our mentoring, outreach and school-based programmes between March 2025 and February 2026.
Prevent · Prepare · Protect
Prevent
Stopping young people being drawn into violence and exploitation — through education, positive activities, outreach and media that help them make informed choices.
Prepare
Equipping schools, communities and professionals to spot the early signs of vulnerability, with training and safeguarding consultancy.
Protect
Building emotional and cognitive resilience so young people can say no to violence, drugs and crime — working alongside statutory and community partners.
One organisation, many ways in
Every programme is grounded in contextual safeguarding and trauma-informed practice.
1:1 Mentoring
Trusted adults and role models supporting young people aged 8–24 — building confidence, resilience and safer choices.
WAVE — Women & Girls
A safe, trusted space and 1:1 mentoring for young women, tackling violence against women and girls.
School Workshops
Prevention-focused sessions on exploitation, VAWG, gangs, transition and vaping, tailored to each school.
Mobile Intervention Van
Intelligence-led detached youth work, taking trusted support directly into communities where it's needed most.
Creative Arts & Media
Youth-led podcasting, the RETHREADED sustainable-fashion project, music, and film & street storytelling.
Enrichment & Residentials
Experiences beyond the everyday — Tall Ships voyages and the British Racing School partnership.
The Battis — Romford Hub
A transformed youth space next to Romford station, with a creative media and gaming studio.
Accredited Training
Recognised qualifications for young people, staff, parents and the wider community.
Future Tracks — with Southeastern ★
Trauma-informed mentoring keeping young people safe on the rail network. Featured in the Purpose Coalition's House of Commons impact report.
Trusted by young people, schools and partners
“Havering Council fully endorses Youth Unity CIC as an organisation with a strong track record, professional integrity, and a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for young people.”
“Delivering high-quality programmes and initiatives that engage, inspire, and support young people — contributing to safer environments and reducing anti-social behaviour.”
Our work, recognised at the highest level
House of Commons
Featured in the Purpose Coalition's On Track to Opportunity Social Mobility Impact Report with Southeastern.
King's Garden Party
Invited to Buckingham Palace in recognition of our team, partnerships and the young people we support.
Police Carol Service
Invited to the annual Police Christmas Carol Service alongside senior policing leaders and partners.
Stronger together
Worried about a young person?
You can refer a young person, or they can self-refer, in just a few minutes. We offer guidance, support and a safe place to build a better future.
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