National Citizen Service (NCS) provides young people in Year 11 from all backgrounds, and with varying abilities, with the opportunity and support to take on new challenges, learn new skills and make a difference.

This year the Catch22 NCS Partnership is providing places for over 2,600 young people to take part this summer in the 2nd year of the Government's national pilot.

Young Advisors plays its part by making sure that the programme is shaped by young people for young people.

So what's NCS all about?
Phase 1: The beginning
From taster days to online challenges there’s plenty to be involved in as soon as you sign up…plus you’ll get chance to meet your team!

Phase 2: The great outdoors
You’re sure to surprise yourself with what you can achieve with the support of your team on this adventurous action packed week away.

Phase 3: Your home turf
How well do you know the community you live in? What’s hot and what’s not in your area? Learn new skills and gain valuable experience with your team while on a fantastic local residential.

Phase 4: Make a difference
Now your team can have a real impact in the community. From raising the profile of your local campaign to organising a sponsored expedition raising money for charity - you can do anything you put your minds to.

Phase 5: Celebrate
Your team will have a lot to celebrate by the end of summer, here’s your chance to get together with everyone involved and throw a huge graduation party!

Phase 6: The future
The end of summer is not the end of National Citizen Service for you. There will be plenty of opportunities to stay involved in your community or for you to start a new project, you might like to volunteer with a local charity or help lead next year’s NCS programme…it’s your future to take control of!

If you're interested in signing up, or if you'd like to volunteer your skills to help, then click here to visit Catch22's website, or email ncs@catch-22.org.uk.