Supporting LGBTQI+ rights ensures inclusivity and acceptance. Young people can advocate for equality, challenge discrimination, and create environments where everyone, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, can live authentically and without fear.
LGCBTQI+ Equality means we don’t discriminate against people because of their sexual orientations. Fighting for LGBTQI+ Equality means we bring attention to any discrimination faced, and ensure policies around equality are upheld.
Around the world, people are still under attack simply for being themselves, and this is unacceptable. Despite some progress in the UK, it’s still true that many lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer people face discrimination and even violence.
The first Member of the Welsh Youth Parliament representing Race Council Cymru. Angel made impactful contributions to call for Black and People of Colour’s histories to be part of Wales’s school curriculum.
Marcus’s highest profile impact was influencing the UK Government to extend free school meals for children. He also raised the profile of the issue in the media and public leading to a national conversation about food poverty.
Poppy is a strong advocate for equality, social justice and human rights. She’s a passionate climate change activist and considers herself as an internationalist, believing countries should work together.
Greta’s peaceful protests inspired a worldwide youth movement, got politicians to engage with climate change issues, and improved public awareness. Her impact has been called the ‘Greta effect.’
