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GET TO KNOW THE YOUTH ADVISORY PANEL
We have 22 Youth Advisory Panel members that represent the voices and experiences of young people from across the UK. Their role at Plan International UK is to provide a youth perspective on our work and ensure that children and young people are at the heart of everything we do. Hear from a few of them below and watch this space!
Holly, 18, South Wales
I'm a first year English Literature student, and a freelance journalist specialising in gender equality, women's rights and women's health with the aim of giving a voice to the voiceless.
I'm excited to be part of Plan International UK Youth Advisory Panel because I strongly believe that unless we include young people in the shaping of their futures, they won't get a fair chance at living their best lives. We want to create a future to be proud of.
Dona, 19, Warrington
I am interested in learning more about the importance of feminism on an international level and to work with the Plan team to make a difference where possible.
I am excited to be part of the Plan International UK Youth Advisory Panel because I recognise the importance of working together when tackling problems. I believe the youth voice is critical in forming decisions and policies which will affect our future.
Ella, 15, Northern Ireland
I’m interested in the fight for equality and those who work tirelessly to make it possible. From the suffragettes fighting for our right to vote, to now. The role models for us as feminists today, and for the future.
I’m excited to be a part of the Youth Advisory Panel because I believe it’s important for young people to be able to share their experiences, use their voices, and work together to provide a better future for everyone!
Meera, 18, London
I’m interested in global human rights issues, particularly those affecting children, and the history of feminism!
I’m excited to be a part of the panel because this opportunity will allow me to learn more about the world we live in, and how we, as young people, can create meaningful change.
Melissa, 16, Liverpool
I have a keen interest in reading books with strong heroines because they teach us so much about how to take charge of our own lives without worrying about other people’s opinions.
I am excited to be a part of the Youth Advisory Panel because I can’t wait to share ideas with fellow, likeminded young people who want to be a power for good in the world.
Elodie, 15, Kent
I’m interested in science and technology and improving opportunities for women in education and STEM.
I’m excited to join the Youth Advisory Panel to meet people with similar interests and work with them to share our ideas and make an impact.
Kristie, 15, London
I’m interested in learning more about issues regarding women around the world and supporting them by standing in solidarity. I am especially passionate about women’s healthcare and promoting access to it, whether it be in the UK and abroad!
Being a part of a community of like-minded individuals who all want to promote change in the UK and globally is a wonderful thing. I am excited to learn more about people’s different perspectives on feminism and applying this to make the world a better place!
Emily, 17, Bolton
In my spare time, I work in youth commissions. I like making change happen. It drives me to do more and help more.
I’ve been wanting to contribute to change the UK’s perspective and attitude towards Women since I was just 13 years old when some of my male classmates started speaking over me, disregarding my opinion and treating me more disrespectfully and differently to the boys in my school. It’s time that all women are seen and are treated as equal to men.
Maryam, 17, Leeds
I’m interested in girl power and what we could do in order to maintain our rights such as campaigning and using our way with words. Also, changing history and making it our own.
I’m excited to be a part of Plan International UK because I believe in equality and making sure every young person is able to use their power for good and make change which will remain there for years and years, becoming young proud women to grown adults keeping that same energy and mindset and making sure everyone else has that too.
Amelie, 14, Gloucestershire
I am interested in STEM and in trying to make STEM careers a more equal place for women and girls. I am also interested in rugby and trying to reduce inequality and stereotypes in sports.
I believe that inequality for girls and women is an issue that needs to be addressed by young people so that we can help to change the stereotypes and inequality as we age.
Isla, 14, Dundee
I'm interested in understanding current issues and how we, as a team can work towards solving them.
I’m excited to be a part of Plan International UK because its great to meet with like minded activists and work together to make a positive impact on each other and the world
Aisling, 14, Surrey
I am interested in how young girls and people can make such a difference when given the opportunity and how today more than ever their voices are being heard. Gender equality is important to me too, we, as a society should be breaking out of gender norms and stereotypes and taking ourselves into our own hands to create who we want to be as an individual, not as a gender.
I’m super excited to be a part of Plan International UK because it gives me a chance to make a difference and have a voice, especially if others don’t, I can raise their opinions through mine.