akt Youth Engagement Programme

Who are we?

The Youth Engagement Programme is part of the Services team at akt. We provide independent living support to the young people who are working with our caseworkers.

What is our aim?

Our aim is to support young people so that they don't ever experience homelessness or re-enter homelessness. We do this by helping them develop their life skills, employability, and social networks, and to welcome them into our akt community.

"hanging out with other queer people got me through lockdown."

What do we do?

We run activities, workshops, weekly hangouts, panels, conferences, and other social inclusion events.

Special events

Usually, once a year, we run a Youth Conference (a.k.a akt weekend) where we invite young people from all over the country to attend a weekend full of talks, activities, socials, and community building! We also run Youth Strategy Days, giving young people a platform to give feedback to akt about our Services, the organisation, and their experiences.

Latest

Marking a year of akt in the East Midlands

The UK’s LGBTQ+ youth homelessness charity marks first year of dedicated work in the east midlands. akt is here to help LGBTQ+ young people aged 16 to 25, rural or city based, with their housing needs. LGBTQ+ young people have a right to live authentically, in safety and without abuse.
Statement: 2023 Hate Crime Statistics
black history month 2023

October is black history month, an important time for reflection and action in the globe.
Ellie's Story

Ellie is a young trans woman who first came to akt looking for support with her transition. She had experienced anxiety and depression and had struggled to find work due to the bullying she experienced in her last job.