The Key

05/06/2026

As we wrap up Volunteers' Week, we want to say one more THANK YOU to every volunteer at The Key.

Feeling inspired? You can join us!

By volunteering your time and skills, you'll help empower young people to shape their futures with confidence.

💡 Ready to get involved? Learn more about becoming a volunteer here: https://thekeyuk.org/latest/volunteering-with-the-key/

04/06/2026

THE KEY AWARDS 2026 SHORTLIST IS HERE 👀✨

A huge congratulations to all of the incredible young people and groups who have been shortlisted this year. We know how much hard work, creativity and dedication has gone into every project and achievement being celebrated.

We'd also like to thank the facilitators, youth workers and group leaders who continue to support and champion young people to achieve amazing things across the North East. 👏

We can't wait to celebrate with you all at The Key Awards 2026!

03/06/2026

Today, we're shining a spotlight on just a few of the brilliant volunteers who make The Key possible.

Their stories and experiences reflect the passion, commitment, and heart that fuel our mission to empower young people.

To every one of you: thank you. You inspire us daily.

👉 Read their thoughts and see the difference volunteers make.

02/06/2026

To finish off Power of Youth Day, here's our Wall of Youth Power, celebrating the amazing social action projects young people have led through KEY+ 💙✨

Every photo represents young people creating change, supporting their communities, sharing their ideas and making a real impact through youth-led action. And today has been all about celebrating the power of young people and everything they can achieve.

This is what happens when young people are trusted to lead.

02/06/2026

What does youth power mean to you? 💙

To celebrate Power of Youth Day, young people taking part in Sunderland Youth Action Unlocked shared their thoughts on youth power, social action and the impact young people can have in their communities.

From proud moments and personal growth to creating change and inspiring others, their voices are a reminder of just how powerful young people are when they're given the chance to lead. 🌟

We'd love to hear from you too - what does youth power mean to you? Share your thoughts in the comments 👇

02/06/2026

We're passing the phone to the group who prove that young people don’t need permission to make change, just an idea and the belief to go for it 🔥💙📱

From inspiring others and bringing ideas to life, to speaking up, supporting their community and creating change - this is what the power of young people looks like. 🌟

We still have lots more to share, so keep an eye out!

02/06/2026

This Power of Youth Day, we're celebrating young people who are stepping up and speaking out. 💬✨

Through the KEY+ Challenge, we empower young people to lead their own social action projects - from tackling mental health stigma to building safe spaces in their communities. They take real responsibility, make their voices heard, and drive the change that matters most to them.

Here are some of the amazing social action projects young people have delivered through KEY+!

02/06/2026

02/06/2026

We're featured in Newcastle Magazine for Power of Youth Day! 🎉

This piece shines a spotlight on The Other Direction, a group of young people who have been tackling va**ng through peer-led research, awareness raising and youth-led action as part of Youth Action Unlocked.

Their project is a powerful example of what can happen when young people are given the opportunity to lead on the issues that matter to them.

👇 Read the full story in the comments!

02/06/2026

Happy Power of Youth Day!
Today, we're celebrating the power of young people 💙

From community projects and social action to youth voice, leadership and making change happen - this video is just a glimpse of the incredible things young people have achieved together through the KEY+ Challenge.

Throughout the day, we'll be sharing stories, moments, projects and voices from young people who are creating impact in their communities every single day 🌍✨