Youth Legal & Resource Centre is an independent charity based in Wandsworth, providing essential legal services to marginalised and vulnerable young people across London. Specializing in social welfare law, the organization stands out for its dedicated focus on ensuring young individuals are safe, securely housed, and properly cared for through accessible, youth-friendly legal support and education.
With a mission to bring lasting change, Youth Legal offers holistic, high-quality advice tailored specifically for young people, including care leavers, young carers, disabled youth, asylum seekers, and migrant children. Their approach integrates legal assistance with broader support, empowering clients to overcome challenges and achieve a successful transition to adulthood, as demonstrated through a decade of impactful service documented in their 10 Years of Impact Report.
Services Offered
- Legal advice and support
- Debt and money advice
- Housing and homelessness applications
- Care and safeguarding issues
- Legal education and resources
- Support for care leavers
- Assistance for young carers
- Advice for disabled young people
- Legal aid for asylum seekers and migrant children
- Holistic social welfare support
- Volunteer and career opportunities guidance
Youth Legal serves marginalized and vulnerable young people throughout the London area, with services accessible in English and potentially other languages to meet diverse community needs. The organization is a registered charity and is authorized by both the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Financial Conduct Authority.
