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The Pocket PA app, which was relaunched at an event at Camden Council's offices in King's Cross on 13 May, is the easy-to-use way for Camden care experienced young people to find: Information and advice Helpful organisations Education, training and employment opportunities Events and activities Discounts and offers. Download the app Apple App Store (for...

On 30 April, the iconic Royal Albert Hall played host to a spectacular showcase of talent as over 1,800 children and young people from across Camden’s primary, secondary, and special schools took part in the Camden Schools’ Music Festival. The event, a highlight in the borough’s cultural calendar, brought together pupils, their families, dedicated teachers, inspiring music ...

Camden Youth Shout Out was a chance for young people to get together and discuss issues that matter to them. This year's Shout Out event was hosted by Camden Youth Council on 24 April at the Crowndale Centre, Camden. Shout Out was open to all 13 to 19-year-olds who live, work or attend schools / youth services in Camden. The workshop topics, chosen by Camden Youth Council...

Camden Youth MP Zarin Bakhshzaad joined hundreds of members of the UK Youth Parliament (UKYP) at a young people's debate in the House of Commons on 28 February. Zarin spoke during a UKYP motion on political literacy being taught in schools. She spoke in favour of giving young people greater access to political and democratic education. You can see her House of ...

Young Carers Action Day 2025 is on Wednesday 12 March, and this year’s theme is ‘Give Me A Break’, focusing on the importance of rest and respite for young carers. Young carers can take on a lot of responsibility making it difficult to find time for themselves. Over time, this can lead to stress, and burnout. Young carers need to be supported to take time out from caring, to rest,...