The organisations have surveyed 14 to 30-year-olds, finding that many have difficulty finding work, mastering the English language and transferring skills, despite a desire to integrate.
According to the study, young refugees living alone are reluctant to seek advice or help.
The partnership is running pilot projects in Liverpool, Glasgow and London to recognise the talent of young refugees and give them the chance to contribute to society. The projects are, respectively, a personal development programme, a community arts project and education roadshow, and a video production and education initiative.
Andrew Purkis, chief executive of the Diana memorial fund, said: "These young refugees are among the most marginalised of young people. Through investing in practical projects, we want to help them show that many are capable of contributing great things in the UK."
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