The manifesto was formulated at the launch of a film and report on young people's lives, called Reflections on Tomorrow, attended by The Princess Royal.
Young people said they want a say in the running of youth clubs and for centres to open longer. They also said they want to learn skills relevant to the 21st century.
Michael Hastings, chairman of Crime Concern, said: "There is a window of policy opportunity. The manifesto will be sent to MPs under 40, and members of the Home Affairs and Education and Skills Select Committees."
It will also be sent to youth minister Margaret Hodge and Home Secretary Charles Clarke.
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