Youth Voices and Mental Health
Find some clear answers to your questions about YCBC.
How will YCBC work?
All activities will be planned and delivered through an empathetic and non-stigmatising approach that prioritises the wellbeing and personal growth of every participant.
Who can be part of YCBC?
Are you between 18 and 35, and want to bring positive change in the lives of your peers who would benefit from media with a focus on mental health? Well then, you are exactly who we’d love to join us.
What technical roles are there?
Sound, filming, equipment set up and maintenance, production assistance
Does YCBC need volunteers?
YCBC is for young people, and will be run by young people. Our work is reliant on the participation and contributions of young people – things get solved if you get involved! No experience required, just a passion for what we do!
What production roles are there?
Podcast presentation, content planning, post production (editing), content governance
What admin roles are there?
Planning, coordinating, social media, online support (website), timetabling, finance, general admin, event and campaign support, promotions, fundraising, volunteer support, marketing
Nurturing Mental Wellness Among Youth
YCBC is dedicated to uplifting young voices by creating podcasts that support mental health, and reflecting the values of fostering understanding, hope, and community among volunteers and listeners.
Contact us on admin@ycbc.org or fill in our form if you have any further questions or queries about YCBC.
Our Pillars of Purpose: Wellness, Community and Faith
These will guide our daily actions. YCBC podcasts will help to nurture and support young people and their mental health concerns, with a Catholic foundation.
Our podcasts will enable conversations that provide young people with hope, learning, and connection. Our organisation will provide community, belonging, and opportunity for those part of our work.
Well being and Resilience
Mental health and overall well being is crucial for young people as it underpins healthy development for life.
With a healthy mind and body, you can better handle life’s stresses, build resilience, form good relationships, succeed in education and work, and reduce chances of isolation, unhappiness, substance misuse.
Community and Connection
Community and social connection are vital for providing belonging, purpose, and support, while reducing risks of loneliness and delinquency, through positive relationships with peers and the wider community.
Strong connections foster communication, empathy, improve academic outcomes, and buffers against stress.
Foundation and Faith
Pope Francis called young people the “here and now” of the Church, emphasising their present significance, not just future potential.
Young people possess unique insights, talents, and energy that enrich the entire Church community.
Faith builds a personal relationship with God, delivering guidance, and a purpose beyond worldly desires.