From the BANG BBQ and ViTALFEST to the BANGIN’ Youth Club, young people have shaped and delivered events that reflect their passions and priorities. Our aim is to become a fully youth-led organisation, with young people involved in planning, decision-making, and delivery across all aspects of BANG.
With funding from John Lyons Charity, Innocenti, and BBC Children in Need, we are co-producing a Youth Leadership Plan to nurture the next generation of leaders.
In partnership with Groundwork, we deliver outdoor residentials and nature-based activities—including our inclusive GROW strand—focused on leadership, wellbeing, and teamwork for young people aged 16–19, including those with SEND.
We also work with PODXPARTY to support young people in exploring key issues through podcasting and a radio show, connecting with our BANGIN’ platform and delivered with support from Brent Council and the GLA. Interns co-deliver the programme, gaining valuable real-world experience.
Through it all, young people grow as creative, capable leaders—making a lasting impact within BANG and across our partner organisations.
Meet our current BANG Young Leaders:
Alex
My name is Alex. I am 12 years old. I love cooking food, and I am passionate about acting and the performing arts. In the future, I want to travel the world.
Chantelle
My name is Chantelle. I am 16 years old, and I am really interested in business and real estate. In the future, I aim to become a real estate agent.
Joshua
My name is Joshua. I’m 17 years old and very passionate about cooking and music. I am a college student working towards my dream of becoming a doctor.
Mia
My name is Mia. I am 20 years old. I have work experience as a chef and dealer in a casino. My dream is to own a casino, a restaurant, and be a successful trader.
Ryo
Hi, I’m Ryo. I am 16 years old. I am from Jamaica. I am really passionate about making money and becoming financially independent through a job that builds my skills and experience.
Sapphire
Hi, I’m Sapphire but people call me Saph. I’m 14 and just started my GCSE’s. I’m from Wembley and I love music, acting, and talking about African and black culture, including ancestral history. My dream job is to be a marine engineer in the navy.
