YMCA General Election Manifesto 2024: Now's Our Chance:

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As the UK prepares for the next General Election, YMCA has today launched a bold plan to urge political parties and leaders to seize the opportunity to create positive change for young people. Using the timely call to action of "Now's Our Chance," YMCA emphasises the critical need for comprehensive and targeted policies to address the challenges faced by young people, families, and communities.

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The ongoing adverse impact of the pandemic, coupled with the cost-of-living crisis, housing shortage and historic underfunding, has left lasting scars on communities. However, YMCA is hopeful that 2024 offers a chance to put young people’s priorities back on the agenda, creating real change and opportunities for the future.

Through hundreds of services and projects across England and Wales, YMCA has worked alongside young people to provide the next government with recommendations including addressing homelessness, improving mental health, promoting sustainable education, offering financial support, and fostering strong relationships.

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At YMCA, we believe everyone should have a fair chance to discover who they are and what they can become.

If you believe that:

• Every young person should have access to youth services in their area, all year round

• Every young person should have access to youth services in their area, all year round

• Every young person should be able to afford the essentials

• Every child and young person should receive good quality education

• Every young person should have access to help and be supported to build positive wellbeing.

 

…. then pledge your support for YMCA’s manifesto and join our campaign for change.

#NowsOurChance