About us
Youth Cymru is a national youth development charity supporting young people and the organisations that work with them across Wales. We deliver innovative programmes, accredited learning, training, mentoring, and youth-led activities that help young people build skills, confidence, and wellbeing. We also provide specialist support for organisations, including independent evaluation, impact measurement, consultation, and programme monitoring. Guided by co-production and evidence-based practice, we ensure young people’s voices shape meaningful and lasting change. Our work strengthens services across Wales and creates opportunities for young people to learn, grow, and thrive.
Connecting Young People for More Than 90 Years
Youth Cymru is one of Wales’ longest-standing youth work charities, supporting young people and the youth sector for over 90 years. Formerly known as the Welsh Association of Youth Clubs (WAYC) until June 7th 2003, our roots go back to the Cardiff and District Federation of Girls’ Clubs, founded in 1934. Today, we continue this proud legacy by championing youth voice, strengthening youth services, and creating opportunities that help young people across Wales learn, grow, and thrive.
Support that Makes a Difference
Young people’s rights and participation are at the core of our work. We champion equality and challenge discrimination, creating spaces where young people are heard, valued, and able to be their authentic selves. Through our programmes and our wider sector support, we promote youth-centred practice that recognises and respects young people’s identities, lived experiences, and the diversity of their voices.
Find Out More
Our Strategy
The 2025-2030 Strategy sets out our priorities for the next five years. Read about our plan to support more young people in Wales
Our History
Explore the story of Youth Cymru through more than 90 years of youth work and volunteering in Wales.
Our People
Meet our incredible team! From our dedicated trustees and inspiring young leaders to our passionate staff.
Explore our Strategy
Read our Strategy 2025–30 to see how we’re putting young people at the centre of every decision, driving new opportunities, and shaping the future of youth work in Wales. Discover our vision for the years ahead — and join us in creating lasting change.