Being an active citizen
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UNDERSTANDING ACTIVE CITIZENSHIP
A short introduction to what active citizenship is and how to get involved.
VOLUNTEERING
Find out what the benefits of volunteering are.
A site with listings of current volunteering opportunities.
Access volunteering opportunities.
Get involved in the NCS programme by volunteering in your local community.
A range of opportunities working in local shops - from taking care of stock to working with customers. Opportunities available all around the country.
Volunteering is a great way to get involved in fun, exciting and rewarding projects happening across Leeds.
Find volunteering, community, and social enterprise opportunities in Leeds.
Volunteering opportunities with Leeds Mind, a local mental health charity.
Give your time and skills to support Emmaus Leeds by volunteering in their shops and community, or by fundraising for them.
There are a wealth of organisations in Leeds all working to help refugees in one way or another, and there is a diverse range of volunteering opportunities within these organisations.
There are many projects which support asylum seekers and refugees in Bradford District, and all would welcome new volunteers.
Volunteering opportunities with Harrogate District of Sanctuary, supporting the welcoming and safety of asylum seekers and refugees.
Harrogate Mind are always looking for positive and energetic volunteers to support the work of the staff such as the walking group, anxiety management, and also activities where a volunteer can take a lead such as cooking or singing group.
POLITICS AND ACTIVISM
You can use this service to: get on the electoral register so you can vote in elections or referendums; update your name, address or nationality by registering again with your new details; and get on or off the open register.
Find out some easy ways to get involved in politics, both locally and nationally, here.
All councils are led by democratically-elected councillors who set the vision and direction, and represent their local community. Find out more about what this means here.
Find out more about what a councillor is and how they help our community, plus how you can become a local councillor.
Global Citizen is an action platform dedicated to achieving the end of extreme poverty, powered by a community of millions of Global Citizens who believe in one world, one people - where everyone has an equal chance to thrive.
All Out is a global movement fighting for a world where NO ONE has to sacrifice their family, freedom, safety, or dignity because of who they are or who they love.
Restless Development trains, mentors, nurtures, and connects thousands of young people to use their youth power and lead change. They are a non-profit global agency that supports the collective power of young leaders to create a better world.
As a young person growing up in Leeds you have the right to say what happens in the city and to let people know when you think things could be improved. You have the opportunity to make a difference to young people in Leeds with many ways to get involved.
Local council youth voice programmes give you the opportunity to have your say and an influence on decisions made within your local area in North Yorkshire.
ENVIRONMENT AND ACTIVISM
UKSCN stand for mass systematic change, putting diverse youth voices at the forefront of their campaign towards the UK Government, to ensure a liveable future for all. UKSCN believes that we need to bring everyone with us in decarbonising and changing our economy. Therefore, UKSCN actively works against all forms of oppression, including racism, sexism, transphobia, etc.
TCV connects people who are 18 or older and green spaces to deliver lasting outcomes for both. Join thousands of people and communities across the UK connecting to nature on their doorsteps and contributing to its protection. Visit their website to see how you can get involved where you live.
The Climate Coalition is the UK’s largest group of people dedicated to action on the climate and nature crises. You can join them within roles or as a volunteer.
Climate Action Leeds are working to make Leeds Carbon Neutral by 2030. They have a list of community groups with opportunities to support and volunteer.
A community organisation based in the Roundhay area of north east Leeds, REAP was born out of the concern of local residents who wanted to take positive action to tackle environmental issues and live more sustainably.
Are you ready to be active in 2023? It is a very important time to step up to the plate and change the status quo. Be active for your planet. It is the only one we have. Join Greenpeace Leeds.
Leeds Youth4Climate are a group of teens who meet to coordinate actions around tackling the climate crisis.
Community climate hubs are based in eight areas across Leeds to facilitate community-led climate action within neighbourhoods.
Free community gardening opportunities around Leeds - they have local community gardens that are maintained by members of the public and you can join a local group.
Friends of the Earth campaign for the protection of the environment. You can join the local Leeds group.
Friends of the Earth campaign for the protection of the environment. You can join the local Wakefield group.
Friends of the Earth campaign for the protection of the environment. You can join the local Baildon and Shipley group.
Friends of the Earth campaign for the protection of the environment. You can join the local Selby group.
Friends of the Earth campaign for the protection of the environment. You can join the local Huddersfield group.
Are you ready to be active in 2023? It is a very important time to step up to the plate and change the status quo. Be active for your planet. It is the only one we have. Join Greenpeace Huddersfield.
Working towards a healthy, sustainable environment which improves the quality of life for all people in Bradford and the Yorkshire region.
There are lots of activities which you can get involved with in Harrogate, either on a regular basis or as a one off, so let them know how much time you can offer, what skills and expertise you have and what your interests are.