YouthBuild Ventures UK: Building Brighter Futures
Partnering with young people to develop skills, confidence, and leadership
Who is YouthBuild Ventures UK?
Across the UK, many young people face significant barriers to education and employment. YouthBuild Ventures UK is committed to changing this by partnering with opportunity youth—those who have been underserved by traditional systems—to help them develop the skillsets and mindsets that lead to lifelong learning, sustainable livelihoods, and leadership opportunities.
With a holistic, youth-centred approach, YouthBuild Ventures UK provides access to education, technical training, and personal development, ensuring that young people are not only job-ready but also equipped to succeed in life.
The YouthBuild Ventures UK Model
At the heart of YouthBuild Ventures UK’s work is a structured pathway designed to support young people through learning, livelihood development, and leadership training.
Key Programme Elements:
Livelihood Readiness: Industry-relevant technical skills and workplace experience
Education & Learning: Literacy, numeracy, and digital skills for lifelong learning
Leadership Development: Community engagement, civic responsibility, and personal growth
By integrating these elements, YouthBuild Ventures UK empowers young people to achieve sustainable employment and become leaders in their communities.
A Holistic Approach to Success
YouthBuild Ventures UK’s end-to-end support model ensures that young people not only secure jobs but also thrive in them. Through partnerships with employers, training providers, and community organisations, YouthBuild Ventures UK provides:
Employer-Led Course Design – Training tailored to industry needs
Case Management & Wraparound Support – Guidance for young people through every stage
In-Work Support & Mentoring – Helping young people succeed beyond job placement
Access to Essential Services – Including foodbanks, digital inclusion, PPE, interview clothing, and tools
By working closely with employers, YB UK ensures that training meets real workforce demands, increasing young people’s chances of securing long-term, meaningful employment.
Making an Impact
The YouthBuild Ventures UK 100 initiative ensures a comprehensive, structured pathway for young people to progress from education to employment, with a focus on fairness, inclusion, and respect.
Meet Sam – From Uncertain Future to Thriving Career
Sam was unsure about his future after struggling in mainstream education. Through YouthBuild Ventures UK, he accessed industry-focused training, mentorship, and real-world experience in construction. With the support of employer partners, Sam completed his training, secured an apprenticeship, and is now thriving in a full-time construction role, proving that opportunity and guidance can lead to life-changing success.
“Before YouthBuild Ventures UK, I didn’t think I had many options. Now, I have a career, confidence, and a future I’m excited about.” – Sam, YouthBuild Ventures UK Graduate
Why Employers Should Get Involved
Businesses that partner with YouthBuild Ventures UK not only create social impact but also benefit from:
A pipeline of job-ready young talent
Stronger diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) outcomes
Reduced recruitment and training costs
Alignment with ESG and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) objectives
Join the Movement
By working together, we can remove barriers to employment and help young people build their futures. If you’re an employer, funder, or organisation looking to make a difference, YouthBuild Ventures UK wants to hear from you.