Youth services

Local activities, advice and information for young people.

Developing and publishing B&D’s Youth Offer

We’re focused on updating and publishing our Youth Offer in 2024. We’re reaching out to all youth activity providers throughout the borough, whether they operate in the community, within schools, or online. We invite you to fill out this brief form if you currently offer any youth activities or services.

Your input is invaluable in crafting a Youth Offer that highlights the array of opportunities available, fosters collaboration among partners and inspires our young residents. 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 Activities and Services from Kingsley Hall

Youth Activities and Services delivered from Kingsley Hall Community centre and Church

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.