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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.
💚 YOUTH WORK WEEK 2026 | 2–8 NOVEMBER
Where futures begin: when someone listens.
Sometimes, the biggest difference we can make in a young person’s life is simply giving them the space to be heard.
At Youth Unity CIC, we believe youth work is about more than activities and programmes. It’s about building trust, creating safe spaces, giving young people a voice and helping them recognise their own potential.
These words from Year 8 students taking part in our Havering Amplify programme remind us why our work matters:
💬 “I realised that I’m not alone and other people also have the same things to say.”
💬 “I liked how much I put my hand up, because I usually don’t in most of my lessons.”
For us, these are the moments that matter. A young person finding the confidence to speak up, feeling understood or realising they’re not alone.
Youth work doesn’t always change lives through big moments. Sometimes, it starts with a conversation, a connection and someone who genuinely listens.
This Youth Work Week, we’re celebrating our incredible youth workers, mentors and partners who continue to show up, listen and make a difference. 💚
#YouthWorkWeek2026 #YouthUnityCIC @nationalyouthagency #YouthWorkMatters #YouthVoice #HaveringAmplify YouthEmpowerment MakingADifference
Beside Romford station, a disused space became something young people could call their own.
The Battis is our outdoor youth hub, with sport, a creative media studio and a gaming area. Created with Urban Sketch, TfL and Havering Council, it`s home to the studio behind 50+ youth-led podcast episodes.
Give young people a space and see what they do with it.
#YouthWorkWeek2026 #youth #youthunity #community @london_youth @uk.youth @nationalyouthagency
A huge thank you to Ross and his family for choosing Youth Unity as the local organisation to support through their amazing Halloween display! 🎃
We’re incredibly grateful for your kindness, creativity and support. Your generosity will help make a real difference to local young people and our community. 👻🧡
#ThankYou #YouthUnity #CommunitySupport #HalloweenDisplay #MakingADifference @r1_dolby700
💚 School holidays or not, Youth Unity is still here!
Great to see our regulars turning up, having fun and enjoying a safe space to hang out.
Consistency matters, and youth work doesn’t stop when schools close! 🙌
#YouthUnity #YouthWork #SafeSpaces #schoolholidays @metpolice_eastarea @london_cf @lbofhavering
🎙️ **UNITY VOICES – NEW EPISODE OUT NOW!** 🎧💚
**Someone in Your Corner: Why Young People Need Mentors**
Sometimes, all it takes is one person who listens, believes in you and has your back. 💚
In this episode of **Unity Voices**, we explore the importance of mentoring, the difference a positive role model can make and why every young person deserves someone in their corner.
🎤 Real voices. Real experiences. Real conversations.
At Youth Unity, we believe young people deserve to be heard, supported and empowered to reach their full potential.
🎧 **Listen now on Spotify:**
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3hs527E8PBzvMABLsCg98j
💬 We`d love to hear your thoughts! Has a mentor ever made a difference in your life?
#UnityVoices #YouthUnity #YouthMentoring #YouthVoice #PositiveRoleModels #YouthEmpowerment #MentoringMatters #YoungPeopleMatter #Podcast
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3hs527E8PBzvMABLsCg98j
🎙️💚 **WE`VE MADE IT TO THE RADIO!** 📻
We`re excited to announce that our **Unity Voices Podcast** will now be airing on **Bedrock Radio!**
🎧 **Every Tuesday at 3PM!**
Created and led by young people, Unity Voices gives them a platform to share **their voices, their opinions, their experiences and their stories.** Real conversations about the things that matter to them!
📻 **Bedrock Radio** is a fantastic volunteer-run community radio station based at Queen`s Hospital, Romford, broadcasting 24/7.
**HOW TO LISTEN:**
📻 DAB+ Digital Radio
📱 Bedrock Radio App
🔊 Smart speakers
🌐 Online
🏥 Local hospitals
We`re proud to see young people`s voices reaching an even wider audience!
**Young voices. Real opinions. Real conversations.** 💚
#UnityVoices #YouthUnity #BedrockRadio #YouthVoice #YoungPeopleMatter #Romford #Havering #CommunityRadio #YouthEmpowerment @lbofhavering @ngzippie22 @haveringyouth @metpolice_eastarea
🗣️ **Young Voices. Real Impact. Positive Change.**
Through our **Havering AMPLIFY programme**, Youth Unity is helping young people build confidence, find their voice and develop the skills to navigate the challenges they face.
It`s always encouraging to receive feedback from the schools and young people we work with.
💬 *“We couldn`t be happier with the support and service from Youth Unity. The students who have worked with them have felt listened to and equipped to independently deal with issues they are having.”* — The Brittons Academy
For us, this is what early intervention is all about. Not simply delivering sessions, but building trusted relationships, creating safe spaces and ensuring young people feel heard, respected and supported.
**Respect works both ways**, and when young people feel genuinely listened to, we create opportunities for meaningful change.
We`re proud of the work being delivered through Havering AMPLIFY and the difference our team continues to make.
💚 **Because every young person deserves to feel heard.**
#YouthUnity #HaveringAMPLIFY #YouthVoice #EarlyIntervention #YouthMentoring #PositiveOutcomes #Havering #YouthWork @haveringyouth @lbofhavering
💚 **MEET AIDEN!** 💚
A big shoutout to Aiden, one of the young people involved with Youth Unity!
It`s young people like Aiden who remind us why we do what we do. Creating safe spaces, building confidence, making connections and giving young people opportunities to thrive.
Keep smiling, Aiden! 🙌💚
#YouthUnity #MeetTheYoungPeople #YouthVoice #PositiveFutures #YoungPeopleMatter
✨ MEET THE TEAM: MIKE ✨
Youth Worker. Sport & Fitness Lead. Hype man. ⚽🏀💪
Mike runs our high-energy football, basketball and group fitness sessions, where everyone gets a game, whatever their ability. 🙌
For Mike, sport is more than just staying active. It`s about building confidence, teamwork and a real sense of belonging. And some of the best conversations happen catching your breath on the sideline. 💙
Supported on the pitch, and off it. 🌈
Drop Mike some love in the comments! 👇
Full bio 👉 link in bio
#YouthUnity #MeetTheTeam #EmpoweringYoungPeople #YouthWork #SportForGood #Football #Basketball #Fitness