Youth voices

Aspiring young policymakers see the leadership examples of Barack Obama and Nelson Mandela as the kind they most admire, and are most concerned about access to education.

September 2018: This essay explores libraries and youth takeovers in three cities in the North of the UK, with youth challenging who owns ‘public’ – if interior – space.

Research into the hopes and fears of Kenya’s next generation reveals challenges many African countries face if they are to maximise the opportunities presented by their growing populations.

New research from Turkey shows worrying levels of distrust towards the UK and EU, but a hunger for education which suggests an opportunity for improving relations.

Turkey is experiencing a period of profound social, political and economic change. This report looks into three important areas for young people.

Applicants for the Future Leaders Connect programme reveal their top global priorities and changing attitudes to leadership.

The UK’s decision to leave the EU has left many young people feeling uncertain about the future.

Over two thirds of young British adults believe a global outlook is essential, yet many have no foreign languages or international experience.

As we confront growing challenges, effective leadership will matter more than ever. But what constitutes good leadership? New research points to the skills the next generation will need.

The Global Perceptions 2016 report examines international views of the UK and the impact of the European Union membership referendum has had on them.