of our young leaders felt the programme gave them important skills
“The Young Leader Programme has allowed me to meet all sorts of people. I am very grateful to have been able to work on some fantastic projects together. ”
Your chance to become a leader in inclusive activities! You will pick one of our Virtual KEEN projects and come along every week - have fun, get to know everybody and learn new skills. When confident, you will organise and lead the session one week.
e.g. Be the presenter at KEENs Got Talent, run an INK Art Workshop, be the choir master for a day!
Fundraising is key to all charities and this is your chance to develop your very own fundraising strategy.
Your target is £100, but we encourage you to aim high and get creative.
E.g. 24hr chess-athon at school, talking to local businesses to persuade them to support KEEN, an auction of promises.
We're always looking for more people to join the KEEN community. Your recruitment goal will be to encourage at least 10 young people to get involved.
E.g. run a taster session for your friends, give a presentation in your school, run a social media recruitment campaign
Get involved with any other area of our work that you are interested in and learn about some of the behind-the-scenes skills at KEEN.
This can be anything from graphic design, to collecting data, writing in a local newspaper or featuring on our podcast.
Ready to join the movement? Buzzing to gain new skills? Applications are accepted on a rolling basis for three cohorts each year.
Click on the links below for more information about the Young Leaders’ Programme. Remember, you can take part from absolutely anywhere in the UK and all you need is energy and enthusiasm.
“Participating in the Young Leader Programme has been an exciting and fantastic experience. The best part is meeting different people at every session and having fun together”
Meet some of our current Young Leaders and learn what they’ve been up to!
Nat, he/him, Oxford
Nat says… “I’m currently doing my A-levels and decided I wanted to do something really valuable with my time. I absolutely love the positive and welcoming atmosphere of the virtual KEEN sessions.
Leadership: Storytelling!
Fundraising: Climbing the height of Ben Nevis on his home climbing wall.
Personal Project: Planning and delivering a brand new Science Session!
Recruitment: School Presentation
Mia, Oxford
Mia says… “Hi I’m in year 12 and decided to join KEEN as I love meeting new people and chatting. I have been going to a few sessions weekly and love the inclusivity and good vibes that everyone brings.”
Leadership: Yoga
Fundraiser: 10k run for KEEN
Personal Project: Creating accessible easy-read resources for our Spring Holiday Timetable
Recruitment: School Presentation
Shrutha, she/her, Solihull
Shrutha says… “Hi! I’m in Sixth Form and I joined KEEN as it gives me a chance to learn, and give something back at the same time. As much as I would have loved to meet you all in person, the next best thing is virtual sessions and I am enjoying getting to know you all.”
Leadership: KEEN Choir
Fundraising: Share a Smile Campaign
Personal Project: Designing and launching an extra special Science Session!
Recruitment: School presentation and survey on inclusivity
Marwa, she/her, Glasgow
Marwa says… “I’m in S5 and I’m doing my Highers this year. I joined KEEN quite recently because I think it’s really amazing how they try to include everyone in all activities. I’ve been to a few virtual sessions and I’ve really enjoyed them. I look forward to going to more and meeting new people! :)
Leadership: Scottish themed Movement and Exercise
Fundraising: Walking a marathon!
Recruitment: School Presentation, and recruited a friend for the YLP!
