Youth services

Local activities, advice and information for young people.

Co-Designing B&D’s Youth Offer

We are now in the next phase of developing our Youth Offer, working closely with young people across the borough.

In collaboration with voluntary and community sector (VCS) and local authority (LA) partners, we aim to create a comprehensive Youth Offer that reflects the needs and aspirations of our young residents. 

Your input is invaluable in highlighting the array of opportunities available, fostering collaboration among partners, and inspiring our young residents. 

To find out more about how you can get involved as an organisation, school, or young person, or for any enquiries or additional information, please email hiwot.ameneshoa@lbbd.gov.uk.

Barking and Dagenham Youth Forum

Information about our youth forum

Meet Barking and Dagenham’s Young Mayor

Information about the Young Mayor

Youth education advice

Advice and support on the education of young people in the borough

Youth Services delivered by P2P Education

Youth Activities and Services delivered by
Peer2Peer Education at John Smith House.

Flipside youth group

Safe space for LGBTQ+ young people.

Peer Support Group (PSG) Youth Club

Peer Support Group (PSG) is a youth group for young people aged 11-19 (up to 25 for people with SEN).

John Smith House

John Smith House is a re-purposed council venue that has, since September 2021, been the home to several community groups doing great work to empower young people in the borough.

Youth careers and employment

Careers advice and help with employment for young people

Become a volunteer

Volunteering for the council also offers the opportunity to learn and develop new skills, meet new people and it is a pathway towards seeking employment or further education

Free holiday activities

The Holiday Activity and Food (HAF) Programme is free to children and young people who live or go to school in Barking and Dagenham and are eligible for benefit-related free school meals, with paid places available for everyone.

Youth activities at local leisure centres

Find out more about the activities at Abbey Leisure Centre and Becontree Heath Leisure Centre.

Youth activities and services at Hedgecock Community Centre

Find out more about the activities and services delivery by Hedgecock Community Centre.

Youth and Community Activities with Barking and Dagenham Youth Dance

Barking and Dagenham Youth Dance (BDYD) offer an eco-system of activities including weekly dance sessions for 5-19 year olds every Saturday

Youth activities and services delivered by West Ham United Foundation

Find out more about the activities at Abbey Leisure Centre by West Ham United Foundation.

Youth Activities delivered by Box Up Crime

Box Up Crime uses sport, and boxing in particular, as a tool to inspire, educate and develop young individuals.

Youth services delivered by LifeLine

LifeLine SW!TCH Youth Activities in Barking and Dagenham.

Ab Phab Youth Club

Inclusive youth club for young people with SEND and mental health.

Youth Activities and Opportunities with True Cadence

True Cadence - The Home of Grassroots Music Education

TKO Amateur Boxing Club

Working collaboratively with a whole range of youth, community and faith organisations, the club offer a range of youth sports and mentoring activities for young people.

Youth and Community Activities with Youth League UK

Youth Activities and Services delivered by Youth League UK

The Sew London Project

Join our "Catch Them Young" programme, designed to equip young people with essential skills in hand-sewing, garment repair, and upcycling.

Youth activities and services delivered by JDS Striving for Excellence

Join in at Room 305, Make It Building ,15 Linton Road, Barking, IG11 8HE.

Youth activities with Apex Youth (School and Community)

Youth activities on offer with Apex Youth (School and Community)