Youth Opportunity Charter
Waltham Forest Council recently backed a motion to launch a Youth Opportunity Charter, aiming to create 1,000 new opportunities for young people by 2030.
Waltham Forest Council backed a motion on 23 October 2026 to launch a Youth Opportunity Charter and a borough-wide Skills and Jobs Partnership. This initiative aims to create at least 1,000 new opportunities for young people by 2030, as part of a pledge to provide support and investment.
The motion, brought by Councillor Chanté Johnson and seconded by Councillor Miriam Mirwitch, also commits the council to strengthening its careers service and youth support networks. This ensures young people have access to guidance and employability skills.
Key facts
- Waltham Forest Council backed a motion to launch a Youth Opportunity Charter on 23 October 2026. Source
- The charter aims to create at least 1,000 new opportunities for young people by 2030. Source
- The motion was brought by Councillor Chanté Johnson and seconded by Councillor Miriam Mirwitch. Source
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