Mental Health Foundation Young Leaders Project Recruiting New Young Leaders for 2026-7!
Organisation:
Place of Work:
Remote role with attendance required to online and in-person meetings across the UK (all travel costs covered).
Renumeration:
(Volunteer role)
Contract Type:
Volunteer role
Hours:
Flexible engagement with all members expected to take part in up to 5 project meetings (both online and in-person), up to 3 peer research workshop and ad hoc activity such as responding to emerging opportunities, requests, or priority areas as they come up throughout the year.
Start Date:
29/6/2026
Reports To:
Bhavan Bains, Project Assistant for MHFYL Project
Deadline:
Friday 19th June 2026
Want to use your voice to make a real difference to young people’s mental health across the UK?
Applications are now open for the Mental Health Foundation Young Leaders Project 2026–27, an exciting opportunity for young people aged 13–25 to work with the Mental Health Foundation and Leaders Unlocked on national campaigns, research and policy.
As a Young Leader, you’ll meet experts, share your ideas, influence real change, take part in peer research, and help shape conversations around issues affecting young people today, from online lives and bullying to wellbeing and prevention.
You’ll also build confidence, leadership and communication skills, connect with other passionate young people across the UK, and gain valuable experience you can use for your future.
We’re looking for young people from all backgrounds and experiences who are ready to speak up, get involved and help shape a better future for youth mental health.
Please use the following link to apply using the google form: https://forms.gle/egHXLTSwDV8wVags8
If you would prefer to apply via document, please download, complete and return the application form below.
If you’d prefer to apply via telephone rather than in writing, we’d be more than happy to organise this. Contact bhavan@leaders-unlocked.org and we will agree on a time that would work for a call.
If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact: Bhavan@leaders-unlocked.org
