Understanding race and racism and campaigning for racial equality fosters a just society. Young people can fight systemic inequalities and champion equal opportunities, learning how to challenge discrimination and work towards dismantling structural barriers impacting the lives of people of colour.
The Senedd has committed to tackling structural and ethnic inequalities in Wales. The Race Equality Action Plan sets out to make meaningful and measurable changes to the lives of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic people by tackling racism and achieving a Wales that is anti-racist by 2030.
You can promote racial equality in your community by becoming actively anti-racist, being an advocate for diversity. Championing race inclusion and taking a firm stand against racism are key to driving change and achieving racial equality in Wales, and beyond.
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.’
