Leeds Youth Voice is all about enabling young people to have a voice and influence in a Child Friendly City. The ‘You Said, We Did’ voice and influence case studies capture voice and influence activity across the city. The case studies are shared with:
The Child Friendly Leeds team has been looking back with huge appreciation at the kindness, creativity, and community spirit that shone across the city during our biggest festive giving drive.
Ready for the holidays? We’re excited to bring back our Child Friendly Leeds guide to help children and families in Leeds navigate their way through the Easter holidays. The guide is packed full of free or low-cost activities for a range of ages, in the city centre and in your community.
Teenagers in Leeds are being encouraged to reflect on what supports them during times when life feels overwhelming or when they are struggling with their mental wellbeing. As part of Children’s Mental Health Week, a new Survival Toolkit resource is launching to help young people recognise and develop practical strategies that support their emotional health.
Don’t Miss Out! Exciting Competitions for Children, Young People & Schools in Leeds
Leeds Young LIFI: How do young people acquire bouncebackability. In conversation with featured Jamie Jones Buchanan, Dr Radha Modgil, Matthew Akpan, and Ami Charlize.
The festive period is back and we are excited to bring you the Child Friendly Leeds Winter guide, giving you free and low-cost ideas of things to do across the city.
This winter season, partners brought smiles and warmth to the community by gifting 120 beautifully curated gift bags to children. Each bag was thoughtfully packed by Scent Salim with perfume and scents, sweet treats, and books from the BookTrust – a perfect blend of joy, learning, and fragrance.
Leeds Heritage Theatre’s innovative work experience program offers young people a chance to feel inspired and valued as they explore various arts industry roles. Through practical activities and direct engagement with employees, students will gain confidence and motivation to pursue a creative career.
The Employment and Skills Service proudly supports the Apprenticeship Ambassador Network, a community of current and former apprentices who share their experiences to inspire the next generation. By telling their stories, ambassadors help students understand real career pathways while showcasing the pride and impact of apprenticeships. This network also strengthens connections between employers, apprentices, and education providers.
Leeds Business Anchors is a partnership of large businesses in Leeds that come together to increase their collective contribution to the city and identify practical interventions they can take as a group that will deliver local benefits. In June 2025, five members of Leeds Business Anchors delivered a pilot work experience week, which was ringfenced for care-experienced students.
We’re thrilled to share the launch of Our Story in a free digital format. It is a powerful comic anthology created by young people aged 15–25 with lived experience of the care system in Leeds.
