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Building Brighter Futures — Together
At YBVUK, we back young people to succeed — and the results speak for themselves. When young people are trusted, supported, and given real opportunities, they thrive. And when they thrive, communities grow stronger.
Our Impact So Far
320+
Young people supported each year through programmes like YB100, Opportunity Space, and EquipD
85%
move into employment, education, or training within six months
150+
Industry partners helping create careers in construction, healthcare, and the green economy
20+
Community projects delivered,
revitalising local spaces and offering real-world experience
Collaboration in Action
Together, we’re showing what’s possible when young people are given the chance to lead.
With the right support, they achieve incredible things – and help transform the communities around them.
What Our Partners Say
Our partners play a vital role in making YouthBuild happen.
Here’s what they have to say about working with us:
“Lewisham Council is pleased to partner with YouthBuild Ventures UK. We’ve been impressed at the support given to young people in our borough through Opportunity Space and the support local developers have received with finding skilled residents ready to work in construction. Their strong ethos towards unlocking young people’s potential is exciting to partners and participants alike.”
– Spike van der Vliet-Firth, Jobs and Skills Programme Lead, Lewisham Council
“Bouygues UK has worked in partnership with YouthBuild since 2020. From the outset, the shared passion of both staff and learners has demonstrated YouthBuild’s commitment to making a difference. What sets them apart is their wraparound service, which includes key areas of development like peer learning, mental health awareness, and a strong sense of belonging.”
– Jeff Joseph, Head of Social Value, Bouygues UK
“Saint-Gobain and YouthBuild have a strong association in the UK. Our collaboration reflects our shared purpose of creating practical skills and lasting social value. Through YouthBuild, we’ve witnessed the development of young people into confident and skilled individuals who leave a lasting impact on their communities.”
– Richard Batley, HR & CSR Director, Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland
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