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Young people propose solutions to youth mental health crisis

New research – led by 16- to 20-year-olds and conducted with 10- to 21-year-olds in England – shares a youth vision for a healthier, happier post-Covid future.  

‘More must be done to confront online racism’

Research led and directed by peer researchers on the Kickstart scheme explores the role social media plays in amplifying discrimination, hate and abuse.

Time to invest in community leadership

A new report by The Young Foundation’s Chief Executive, Helen Goulden, explores the role and value of community leadership – and suggests what’s needed to support it.

Government publishes plans to address UK inequality

The delayed Levelling Up White Paper pledges a ‘huge shift of power’ towards local people.

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‘Greater diversity among councillors matters. Here’s why.’

Victoria Boelman asks what we can all do to increase the diversity of people putting themselves forward for local elections.

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Features

Peer-to-peer mental health support for those that need it most 

How a chance meeting at a sport hall led to a mental health app, that’s been supported to grow by the BOOST programme, and is now a go-to support service for thousands of young people.

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