Young People's Forum

Young People's Forum members and members of staff, standing in the garden at Strawberry Hill

Young People's Forum members and members of staff. Credit: Laura Allen.

Young People's Forum

Nice to meet you!

Our Young People's Forum is made up of passionate Wildlife Trust BCN members aged 13-24 from across our three counties.

The forum is a motivated group of young voices inspiring action for wildlife. The aim of the group is to help the Trust work better for young people.

Meet the forum members:

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A member of the YPF smiling towards the camera

Young People's Forum member Aaron

Aaron

I am the Young People's Forum Chair... I am currently writing my bio so please check back again soon! 

Young People's Forum member Alex

Young People's Forum member Alex

 

Alex

I have always been fascinated by wildlife and the environment. One thing that I love about nature is that there is so much beauty in the world.  I want to work in conservation when I am older. This is a really good opportunity for young people to have a voice and be the change that they want to see in their local area.

A member of the YPF smiling towards the camera on a sunny day

Young People's Forum member Alfie

Alfie

Like everyone on the Forum, I am passionate about nature and the outdoors. I think that in order for our planet's twin crises of climate change and biodiversity loss to be addressed successfully, humans desperately and urgently need to be reintegrated with nature. To include everyone in this reintegration, no matter their identity, these efforts need to start at the local level. I hope that by working as a member of the Youth Forum, I can contribute to projects that aim to make everyone in my area feel welcome in nature. I am particularly enthusiastic about wetland habitats and the role of our counties' wetlands in storing a globally significant quantity of carbon while having a massive impact on local biodiversity and human wellbeing.

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Avatar for Young People's Forum member Ann

 

Ann

I enjoy exploring the intricacies of the natural world, and am especially interested in conserving nature so that it can be enjoyed in tomorrow's age. I like to chaos garden and learn about local wildlife and habitats. I am excited to contribute to the Young People's Forum to engage with like-minded people and raise awareness of the environment in the local community. 

Young People's Forum member Callum

Young People's Forum member Callum

Callum

The natural environment has always been a source of great interest to me. I have loved the outdoors since before I can remember, and this has evolved into a deep interest in meteorology, environmental issues and conservation. I'm looking forward to working with other young people with similar interests to tackle environmental issues on my door-step. I'm sure that the Young Peoples' Forum will be a wonderful platform for communicating environmental issues to other young people in the community. 

Young People's Forum member Charlie

Young People's Forum member Charlie

Charlie

I’m passionate about our local birds and protecting their environment for future generations to enjoy. In my spare time, I love growing my own fruit and vegetables! Reducing plastic waste, our carbon footprint and increasing biodiversity are topics that are also close to my heart. The Young People’s Forum will be a great way to meet and work with others on ensuring the countryside is accessible to all and preserving the wildlife in our community.

YPF member looking out over a vast mountainous environment

Young People's Forum member Eloise

Eloise

Hi, my name is Eloise, I'm sixteen years old and I take Biology, Environmental science and Politics at college. I believe that the best way to relax, have fun or do anything really is in the wild, surrounded by nature. My favourite memories from holidays or when hanging out with friends have always been outdoors. I enjoy hiking, camping and cooking in nature and I hope that future generations can enjoy those activities too. I think it is important to maintain a balance between a practical hands-on approach and the political, logistical side of things just like it's important to rectify the imbalances we as humans have created on our planet.

Young People's Forum member Ethan

Young People's Forum member Ethan

Ethan

Ever since I can remember, I have been fascinated by the natural world and all of its wonder.  However our beloved natural world is in danger and I am looking forward to helping the Youth Forum to spread awareness on this issue in order to help reverse this process.

I believe this forum can make impactful change to the condition of the local area and improve local spaces to benefit wildlife and people alike.  Biodiversity is in decline but young people can make a difference.

Young People's Forum member Harrison

Young People's Forum member Harrison

 

Harrison

I’m passionate about wildlife and protecting habitats and have been going to The Wildlife Trust groups for many years. I wanted to join the Youth Forum to help find ways to engage other young people in conservation. I also want to work to make the countryside accessible to all, especially for those with disabilities.

Young People's Forum member Ionathan

Young People's Forum member Ionathan

Ionathan

I have been crazy about the UK's wildlife from a very young age. My specific interests are in invertebrates and birds - I volunteer by running a regular moth survey from my back garden and invertebrate surveys in a local SSSI. I am also a keen wildlife photographer, taking photos of the nature I see around me. Being part of the Young People's Forum has been an amazing opportunity to meet fellow young environmentalists as well as taking meaningful action to protect our environment.

Young People's Forum member Isaac

Young People's Forum member Isaac

Isaac

My name is Isaac and I have always been captivated by the sheer beauty and resilience of the natural world. From a young age I have always possessed a love for nature and enjoy walking the wild places both locally and across the country. My home in the Fens has allowed me to have great connections with some internationally important wetland reserves which I love to visit and explore. However, these reserves are very rarely known by young people despite them living so close. It is due to this fact that I have joined the youth forum, in raising awareness, and allowing new generations of young people to join me in experiencing the sheer beauty and excellence of the natural world, whilst also ensuring its survival. 

A member of the YPF smiling towards the camera

Young People's Forum member Kayleigh

Kayleigh

I am the Young People's Forum Treasurer/Fundraising Officer... I am currently writing my bio so please check back again soon! 

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Avatar for Young Peoples Forum member Keira

Keira

I wanted to join the Youth Forum as I believe and want to make a positive impact on the environment, no matter how small. I love the outdoors, and have since I was little, and I hate when people are careless concerning wildlife. I hope to be a conversationalist in the future, or something similar. I am particularly concerned about plastic pollution and ways to reduce our waste.

Young People's Forum member Nelly

Young People's Forum member Nelly

Nelly

I am very passionate about the natural world and enjoy expressing this love through writing and music, as well as taking part and organising some of the Youth Climate Strikes pre-COVID. Through the forum, I seek to help educate and empower my peers to take action on an issue that will so much affect our lives. I hope that by taking steps to save our natural world we can form a culture of agency and ownership over our future, allowing both us and this Earth to flourish.

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