young people

November 26, 2013

Militarisation in everyday life in the UK highlighted

Around 70 academics, activists, campaigners, and writers came together at the Militarisation in Everyday Life in the UK conference organised by Forces Watch.
November 19, 2013

Methodist youth in Britain choose new president elect

The Methodist Youth Assembly – 3Generate – has elected Megan Thomas as the Church's new Youth President Designate for 2014-2015.
November 4, 2013

Number of young women in low paid jobs has trebled in 20 years, says TUC

The proportion of young women doing low-paid, low-skill jobs has trebled over the last 20 years, according to new research commissioned by the TUC.
October 23, 2013

Working families priced out of housing market in over half of England

New research from Shelter shows that in over half of England, less than 10 per cent of suitable homes are affordable for a typical family.
October 18, 2013

Youth address community issues in churches' virtual conference

The World Council of Churches (WCC) held its first Youth Virtual Conference titled “Live your Faith!” on 12 October.
September 14, 2013

Asian youth call for justice and peace

“Justice and peace now!” was a call made by the young participants of the recent Asia-Pacific Students and Youth Gathering (ASYG) in the Philippines.
August 29, 2013

Youth generate unique multi-faith community in Bossey

Young people of the Christian, Muslim and Jewish faiths have recently created a unique community at the Ecumenical Institute in Bossey, Switzerland. Together they seek to break religious stereotypes, promote mutual respect and enhance their understanding of religions beyond the conflict paradigm.
August 22, 2013

Union body launches Traineeships Charter

The TUC says its new Traineeships Charter will provide assistance for young people, union representatives, employers and training providers.
August 13, 2013

Methodist youth back Nicaragua street child campaign

Three young people have been chosen to represent Methodist Children and Youth from the Church in Britain on a trip to Nicaragua in November.
August 6, 2013

UN chief hears concerns from young people across the world

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has held an interactive dialogue with young people across the world and launched an online United Nations Platform for Youth.