Our Youth Advisory Board

A diverse group of passionate young people ensuring every decision we make truly reflects the needs of those we seek to empower.

INTRODUCING THE BOARD

THE BOARD HAS THE POWER TO:

INFLUENCE DECISIONS

Getting involved in our grantmaking process to determine which organisations we partner with.

SHAPE STRATEGY

Supporting us to inform our overall direction and influencing our strategic priorities.

ADVISE ON CAMPAIGNS

Using their lived experiences, individual skills and expertise to advocate for all young people.

BUILD RELATIONSHIPS

Meeting our wide range of partners and the underserved communities we work with.

MEET THE MEMBERS

Coming from across the UK with a broad range of expertise, our Youth Advisory Board members are at the heart of everything we do, collectively helping us to empower young people to overcome social injustice and succeed.

Aaliyah

Amber

Bukunmi

Darryl

Jada

Jaiden

Johnal

Joshua

Louis

Michael

Neisha

Oli

Safa

"'Education, much like agriculture, is an organic system. Farmers don’t look at their plants in contempt and reprimand them for not growing to their potential – instead, they strive to meet the plant’s own optimum conditions.'"

Amna

"'If we tackle the systemic social injustices and microaggressions that hold so many back, we can create a level playing field where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential.'"

Darryl

"'When we think about the future, we often forget that we have the power to make a difference. We can decide the futures we wish to strive for.'"

Joshua

"'Halfway through my Astronomy degree, Black people continue to be underrepresented in the space sector. Through the provision of equal opportunities, youth will know that there’s a place for them – whether aspiring to be astronauts, directors, or even an F1 Champion.'"

Louis