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Welcome
Bienvenue
Bem-vindo
مرحباً
欢迎
Bienvenida
خوش آمدی
Tervetuloa
Välkommen
સ્વાગત છે
Willkommen
स्वागत छ
Hoş geldin
Mirëseardhje
Witamy
Ndewo
স্বাগত
Welcome
CYCD Annual Report 2024-2025
We are committed to being an organisation which is at the heart of the community and where all are valued and respected.
At CYCD, we stand at the heart of our community- championing a future where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. Our vision is bold and uncompromising: a Luton where the most disadvantaged and marginalised residents-particularly those in Biscot, Central, Beech Hill, Dallow, and Saints wards-have equitable access to high-quality support that is timely, responsive, and shaped around their needs.
Our mission is to create safe, inclusive, and transformative spaces that unlock potential and change lives. We deliver impactful youth work, education, training, digital and employability programmes, mentoring, volunteering pathways, cultural and heritage initiatives, and health and wellbeing services—supporting people at every stage of life.
We confront the issues that matter most. From poverty, social isolation, and educational inequality to harmful practices such as domestic abuse and FGM, we take a proactive and community-led approach to tackling deep-rooted challenges. At the same time, we celebrate identity, preserve heritage, and strengthen community cohesion.
Partnership is central to our success. By working collaboratively with local organisations, stakeholders, and residents, we maximise resources, amplify voices, and deliver sustainable, long-term impact.
Together, we are building stronger communities, creating opportunities, and transforming futures.
About Us
Bangladesh Youth League was established in 1979 and registered as a charity with the Charity Commission on 26th May 2005. In 1995, Bangladesh Youth League acquired its own premises as the base for its work called Centre for Youth & Community Development (CYCD).
The CYCD has grown and developed over the years and currently through CYCD, we provide cradle-to-grave services that respond to the evolving needs of our communities informed by regular timely consultation with our users and partners, including:
- Early Years: Little Stars Pre-School for children aged 1–4.
- Youth Provision: Generic and focused weekly youth clubs, outreach / detached youth work, Holiday play-schemes, Bangla school, supplementary school, mentoring, and our flagship Crescent Summer School.
- SEND Support: Our Access Disability Project (ADP) serves weekly short break provision for disabled children and young adults aged 6–25, including during school holidays.
- Women’s Services: Women Empowerment, breaking silence, Focused on ESOL, employability, digital literacy, and wellbeing.
- Primary Victim Support Provision: For Honor Based Abuse, Forced Marriage, and facilitating support for victims of Female Genital Mutilation
- Older People’s Wellbeing: Weekly health and wellbeing clubs for isolated South Asian elders.
- Advice & Welfare: In partnership with Luton Rights and the Bangladesh High Commission, supporting benefits, housing, and immigration issues.
All programmes are designed and regularly shaped by community consultation and feedback
CYCD’s core objectives and intended outcome are:
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Objectives |
Intended Outcome |
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Increased educational attainment and employability Young people and adults will gain qualifications, skills, and confidence that improve their access to further learning, training, or sustainable employment. |
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Reduced isolation and stronger community engagement Marginalised individuals and communities will feel more connected, valued, and included in civic life and community networks. |
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Improved physical and mental health Participants will experience enhanced wellbeing through access to preventative health activities, mental health support, and inclusive, culturally sensitive services. |
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Greater community leadership and resilience Local people, especially young people and women, will take on leadership roles, volunteer actively, and become change-makers within their communities. |
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Better support for vulnerable children, families, and older adults Families will be more stable and supported, older people will feel less isolated, and children will have access to safe, enriching environments for learning and growth. |
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Enhanced collaboration and resource-sharing across sectors Stronger partnerships will lead to more efficient services, shared expertise, and joined-up responses to local needs. |
These objectives underpin all our programmes and help us deliver long-term, sustainable outcomes for the communities we serve.
News & Events
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Our Activities
We offer different sessions for our young people at our Day Centre. Click on the button below to find out more.
What CYCD Offers In The Community
We are a day care centre offering a Diverse Programme; enriching the lives of young adults with learning difficulties and additional needs. Click on each to find out more about what we offer.
Day Centre/Adult Learning
Little Stars Pre School
Youth Work & Access Disability Project
Women & Families
Health & Wellbeing for Elders
Summer Schemes/Holiday Camps
Policies
Bangladesh Youth League has important Policy & Procedures and please contact us if you need any further information.
Testimonials
Read through our testimonials from people who have used our services.
I really enjoy coming to the lunch club, it gives me an opportunity to meet other people like me. We eat, read and talk together which has made an impact on my health and wellbeing.
Mr Mizan KhanBhandhob Health & Wellbeing Club
I really enjoy coming to the youth club, I get to make new friends, there is so many exciting activities to do like playing pool, table tennis and playing computer games.
Abdul HalimMember of Youth Club
Having served communities in Luton with a view to promoting social integration for over 3 decades, CYCD is a great venue for community activities, e.g. clubs and classes. In addition, the staff are more than helpful and accomodating.
Theodore Wang
Good support services for adults and young people.
M H
Very useful and productive youth centre which has been providing training to the local community for many years. Its contribution to the community is huge.
Kays Chowdhury
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Location
- CYCD, 94-106 Leagrave Road, Luton, LU4 8HZ
Contact Us
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01582 519500
- 01582 415577
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