World of Good report
Our World of Good report is an annual survey of the issues that affect young people today preventing them from being healthy, happy and more fulfilled. It helps us understand society’s pain points and where to focus our efforts as a charity.
YMCA's 2016 World of Good report
Our 2016 World of Good report was commissioned by Central YMCA to find out what issues trouble young people today preventing them from being healthy, happy and fulfilled.
To create this exclusive report 1,600 UK 16-25 year olds were questioned about the barriers they face which stop them from building happier lies. The results revealed a generation affected by a wide range of concerns, from finding a job to the consequences of living in an ‘always on’ digital age.
Armed with this information, Central YMCA points the way on how we can help young people transform their lives for the better.
Dig deeper into the report's findings
Dig deeper into the report's findings
World of Good report – what problems do young people face today?
Our 2016 report explores the biggest challenges facing young people in the UK.
Employment, education and body image worry young people most
The biggest obstacles to happiness for British young people have been revealed in our research.
Link between underachievement and poorer backgrounds revealed
Our report shows mainstream education is failing some poorer young people. But another approach can provide the answer.
Interview with Rosi Prescott, Central YMCA's Chief Executive
Interview with Rosi Prescott, Central YMCA's Chief Executive
Preparing young people for work – what are the biggest challenges?
Rosi Prescott, Central YMCA’s Chief Executive, answers some of the key questions facing young people and their route to employment.
Research reports
Research reports
Research reports
House of Lords’ social mobility inquiry – our response
We helped with a Parliamentary investigation exploring the choices available to young people transitioning into work.
Two Futures report – creating opportunities in post-recession UK
Our 2015 report lays out the ways we can help young people still struggling from the effects of the 2008 recession.
Pathways Into Employment manifesto launched in Parliament
Eight key recommendations for improving UK youth employment
