The YGN is the young member’s network of the Nuclear Institute, the professional membership body and Learned Society dedicated to nuclear. It offers routes to professional registration with the Engineering and Science Councils and the Society for the Environment. Any member of the NI under the age of 37 becomes part of the Young Generation Network.
Contact the relevant area lead via the links below to find out how to get involved in specific activities, or view live volunteering vacancies.
The YGN has been in existence for over 25 years and currently consists of over 2000 members. The YGN benefits individuals and the wider industry through promoting communication, collaboration and professional development in the UK and around the world.
As the YGN, our mission is:
STEM outreach, campaigns, and initiatives to attract youth and highlight nuclear energy.
Speaking contests, tours, events, and development programs engage and retain YGN.
Industry partnerships, company representatives, and liaison opportunities connecting YGN with nuclear sector organisations.
Global networking, innovation contests, international visits, and knowledge exchange with nuclear experts worldwide.
Equality, diversity and inclusion initiatives promoting an inclusive nuclear industry for all professionals regardless of background
Gain insight and understanding of varied nuclear sectors, topics, and specialties to broaden professional knowledge.
Event sponsorship, advertising, and partnership packages to engage nuclear professionals and support YGN initiatives.
Each month we recognise a volunteer for their efforts and support for YGN activities.
Meet the 2026 NI YGN Committee, dedicated to supporting young professionals and shaping the future of nuclear.
The premier event for the nuclear sector’s young professional community
The YGN awards 2 prizes annually: the Excellence Prize and the Prize for Outstanding Contribution.
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Volunteering for the YGN has been a highlight of my career in the nuclear sector. It has provided me with so many opportunities which I would not normally get the opportunity to develop in the day job.
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The YGN first attracted me to the Nuclear Institute over 20 years ago and I made the most of all the great presentations and site visits available to me. This naturally led me to becoming a Member (MNucI) of the Nuclear Institute.
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The YGN has been a great community and an opportunity to network. The NI is a relatively small institute so you can really get to know other players quite well and build a really strong network.
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Hear from some of our YGN members on why you should join the Nuclear Institute.
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