Young Carers
School in its traditional form didn’t work for me – so I decided to homeschool myself

School in its traditional form didn’t work for me – so I decided to homeschool myself
What do you do when mainstream school doesn’t meet your needs? Take matters into your own hands, says Chloe, 18
Big Issue hands the reins to young people from disadvantaged areas for landmark special issue

Big Issue hands the reins to young people from disadvantaged areas for landmark special issue
Youth charity OnSide has partnered with Big Issue for a one-off youth-led edition of the street magazine, on sale this week
I’ve been a carer for my mum since I was eight. This is what I wish people knew about kids like me

I’ve been a carer for my mum since I was eight. This is what I wish people knew about kids like me
Oliver Davis is a young carer for his mum Wendy. His day is busy, but he tries to find some time for his hobbies too
I care for my husband and mum full-time, 24/7. The UK government thinks I’m worth £10 a day
I care for my husband and mum full-time, 24/7. The UK government thinks I’m worth £10 a day
‘It’s too much pressure’: Covid leaves young carers burnt out, lonely and lacking support
‘It’s too much pressure’: Covid leaves young carers burnt out, lonely and lacking support
“Being a young carer limits what other things you can do”
