Young Carers Futures Conference 2025

Hear from exciting line-up of speakers, including:

• Sir Martyn Oliver, Ofsted's Chief Inspector
• Farzana, Young Adult Carer and APPG Inquiry Co-Chair
• Jason Arthur, CEO, Mission 44
• Kiran Gill, CEO, The Difference
• Stephen Evans, CEO, Learning and Work Institute
• Tanveer Sian, Associate Director, Social Finance
• Danny, Young Adult Carer and APPG Inquiry Co-Chair
• Dr Charlotte Paddison, Senior Fellow at the Nuffield Trust
• Lilly, NHS England Patient and Public Voice Partner
• Sophie Parker, Young Carers Service Manager, Family Action Leeds
• and many others!

You will be able to take part in one of the three workshops:

• Insights and opportunities from local authority assurance
• Models of support for young carers: what are we trying to achieve?
• Supporting young carers currently under the radar

There will also be plenty of networking opportunities and interactive discussions throughout the day, an Information Zone with what other organisations are doing, and an optional firepit session on ethical and meaningful coproduction led by Gloucestershire Young Carers.

Following a sold-out debut in 2023, the Young Carers Futures Conference returns for its second year - bigger, bolder, and more impactful than ever.

Taking place in London this October, the conference will bring together professionals from across the UK for a day focused on improving outcomes for young carers and young adult carers.

The conference is hosted by Carers Trust, the UK’s leading infrastructure charity for organisations supporting carers, and run by the Young Carers Alliance, a growing network of over 200 organisations and 1,000 individuals committed to transforming the lives of young carers.

This conference is designed for anyone working to support young carers, including young carer service practitioners, local authority staff, education professionals, researchers, academics, policy officials, and charities working with young carers.

The conference will focus on both practice and policy and it will be an opportunity to hear directly from young carers who will be involved in the planning and delivery. Whether you’re working on the front line or shaping strategy, this conference will provide fresh insights and practical tools to drive change in your work and beyond.

• Gain insight from sector leaders and decision-makers, including keynote speakers from government, education, health and voluntary sectors.

• Network with professionals, practitioners and campaigners with shared values and ambitions to making a difference to the lives of young carers - from grassroots organisations to national charities.
• Hear directly from young carers as they share their lived experiences, aspirations, and what meaningful support really looks like to them. Young carers are involved in the planning and delivery of this conference. This is a therefore a unique opportunity to hear both from them and some of the leading academics, policy officials and practitioners in the field.
• Be part of a national movement leading the way in achieving better recognition, rights and visibility for young carers across the UK.
• Understand how policy, practice and public awareness have already shifted - and what still needs to change to make a lasting difference for young carers.
• Explore innovative, evidence-based approaches to identifying and supporting young carers in schools, health settings, and communities.
• Access practical tools, case studies and resources to help you improve your local support offer and influence change.
• Shape the future of the movement by contributing your voice in interactive sessions, workshops and collaborative panels.
• Celebrate progress and success stories, showcasing best practice across the UK and inspiring new initiatives.
• Leave energised, informed and connected, with fresh ideas and actionable insights to take back to your team.

This year’s Young Carers Futures Conference will be held at The Kia Oval. The venue offers excellent accessibility, located near two London Underground lines and major train services, in a bright, welcoming environment overlooking the world-famous Oval cricket ground.

• Tier 1: Carers Trust Network members, Young Carers Alliance and charities with an income under £500,000 - £125 + VAT
• Tier 2: Schools, colleges and universities & charities with an income over £500,000 - £195 + VAT
• Tier 3: Public sector and corporates - £295 + VAT

Please note that ticket sales for the conference will close on Monday, 6th October at 9am. Make sure to secure your spot before the deadline!

Info: Chaired by Farzana, Young Adult Carer and APPG Inquiry Co-Chair

Info: Workshop 1: Insights and opportunities from local authority assurance.
Workshop 2: Models of support for young carers: what are we trying to achieve?
Workshop 3: Supporting young carers currently under the radar.

Info: Optional activities taking place from 13:45 to 14:05: Information Zone and Firepit conversation - Ethical and meaningful coproduction with Gloucestershire Young Carers.

Info: Chaired by Danny, Young Adult Carer and APPG Inquiry Co-Chair

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Oval, Kennington Oval, London, United Kingdom