BYC and the Young Mayor Network Join Forces

The British Youth Council (BYC) and the Young Mayor Network (YMN) are delighted to announce that they are joining forces.

Both organisations have reaffirmed their commitment to valuing and supporting the right of young people to have a say in our society and will now work together to fulfil that goal by providing opportunities, skills and experience to young people at a local, regional and national level.

The 12 strong Young Mayor Network was established and hosted by the Campaign Company in 2008. BYC, which was established in 1948 as the national youth council of the UK, will take over this hosting role and link in YMN to its broader network of 620 local youth councils, and 130 member organisations.

BYC Chair, Liam Preston, aged 25, comments:
"We are delighted to be joining with YMN. It makes sense as Young Mayors are already connected to their local youth councils or cabinets that we support at a national level. We can now share resources and support to be more effective together."

Matthew Upton, Director of Youth Services at the Campaign Company says:
“We have been delighted to support the Young Mayor Network and will continue to be advocates of the role of Young Mayors across the country. We believe this will not only increase the profiles, reach and circle of influence of both organisations, but will open up new opportunities for support, skills development and access to investment in youth participation.”

Young Mayor of Lewisham, Jacab Sakil, aged 17 adds:
“This is our chance to work more closely together to have a greater say and a stronger voice. As a network we are strong and by coming together with BYC we are stronger still. I look forward to a successful future.”