youth group

noun

1. an organization of young people, as for social purposes, usually under the sponsorship of a church, political organization, or the like.

Word History and Origins

Origin of youth group¹

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

Imam Shaqib Juneja is a former teacher and now works with a Muslim youth group.

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He got help through The Warren youth group in Hull and now works with them to help other boys and young men in similar situations.

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Rather than turning to teachers, sports coaches or youth group leaders, Sir Gareth said he feared many young men were searching for direction online.

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To prove his point, he invited the London youth group Kinetika Bloco onto the stage of the O2, to blast through Ezra Collective's infectiously upbeat jazz anthem Shaking Body.

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Sharan was able to find the support they needed through the youth group Mosaic LGBT+, able to talk openly and “the mentors showed real care”.

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