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Behind every campaign win, every headline, every policy shift, there are young people who refused to stay silent. Young people who have felt the impact of a food system built to mislead us and who chose to fight back.

Scroll down to meet the young activists challenging the system, speaking truth to power, and proving that change is not only possible it’s already happening.

A group of 4 youth activists posing in a cardboard Instagram style frame that says 'Peterborough Youth Council' and 'Youth Power'.

Youth Power in Peterborough

Celebrating change: How the Peterborough Youth Council championed healthy food advertising in their city — and won!

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A young black woman is speaking into a mic at a panel event, addressing the room. Next to her is a young white man, both are Bite Back activists wearing black Bite Back shirts. The rest of the panel is watching the speaker.

Research Unearths How Big Food Impacts Planetary Health

Our new report shows that the UK's Top 10 Food and Drink Manufacturers emit more greenhouse gases than the entire international aviation industry.

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“Why Is My Local Area A Giant Ad Space For Junk Food?”

Bite Back activist Brooke speaks with the Obesity Health Alliance about her experiences being targeted by junk food companies.

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A group of Bite Back activists stand outside holding their activist art, including protest style signs and a paper megaphone. In the centre of the image activist Clemmie is smiling while holding a sign that reads You Can't Kid A Kid

Young People Get A Commercial Break

The Government confirms the ban of junk food ads online and on TV before 9pm. James Toop, CEO of Bite Back, shares his reaction to this exciting announcement.

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YA young activist stands in front of a large digital billboard reading, “Young activists bought this ad space so that junk food giants couldn’t,” with the Bite Back logo visible.

Bite Back's Billboard Takeover

Hear from Bite Back activist Molly on why we need the government and businesses to step it up!

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A large black billboard with white writing saying "We're giving kids a commercial break." displaying at Westfield White City with two people passing by in a blur.

Youth Activists Take Over Westfield Billboard

Bite Back shows up in White City with bold anti-junk food ad campaign amid major ASA victory against Just Eat.

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