ABOUT US

We're a UK-wide Movement of current & aspiring young trustees working towards a clear goal: transforming charity boards across the sector. When meaningful youth leadership is the norm from those most excluded, our job will be done.

To achieve our mission, we campaign for the inclusion of young voices at a national level, offer training and resources to young people, charity boards and allies, and conduct research so that we can properly understand how only 1% of trustees in the UK are currently aged 30 and under.

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Our Values

  • Disruption & collaboration: We hold power to account while building trusted relationships that redress it.
  • Coalition, not competition: We build our Movement with and alongside others.
  • Meaningful youth leadership: Not just on boards, but in a wide variety of decision-making spaces.
  • Open learning & reflection: Being honest about what’s working and what’s not.
  • Curiosity: Always leading our work with curiosity and a commitment to meeting people and organisations where they’re at.
  • Justice & inclusion: Using our power to create leadership spaces where diverse communities can thrive.

Our History

We’ve been working to increase the number of young people in decision-making spaces since 2019. Since that time, we’ve grown and expanded our reach.

Click the button below to find out how and why the Movement was founded and what we hope the future holds for us.

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Our People

Staff

Our staff team provide support for the Movement and its members.

Trustee Board

Our Board of Trustees steers the strategic direction of the Young Trustees Movement, ensuring our work aligns with our mission and values at all times. Each trustee is a valued member of our team, contributing a unique set of skills, experiences and insight.

Our Movement is made up of a vast network of people across the UK doing what they can to ensure the inclusion of young voices in governance. Our ability to make lasting impact is defined by the actions of all of the people who interact with us – join the Movement today!

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Our Funders

The Young Trustees Movement is funded by some incredible organisations. Find out more about our funders and how you can support us.

Get Involved

This Movement is creating change – we need you to be part of it. Find out ways to get involved.