Learn about our approach to co-creating campaigns with young people and meet the Global Young Influencers.
In today’s world, amidst environmental and social crises and political shifts, the importance of placing youth at the forefront of advocacy and campaigning cannot be overstated. Across the globe, young activists are bringing fresh perspectives, innovative solutions, and an unyielding drive for change that is essential for social movements to remain relevant and adequately address complex global challenges.
Plan International, through initiatives like the Global Young Influencer Group, is committed to ensuring that young voices are not just heard but are central to the decision-making processes that shape their futures.
The Global Youth Influencer Group brings together 30 experienced activists from diverse backgrounds, deeply committed to girls’ rights and gender equality. The group boasts a rich diversity of identities, interests, and languages, and its members are connected to local, national, and regional youth networks.
Through co-creation of global strategies and youth-led action at a local level the group is helping us ensure that our campaigning efforts are relevant for the communities we work for.
The influencers are campaigning with us for:
“A future where everyone can thrive, and voices are heard, where rights are protected and where a good future for women and children is not only a dream but a reality.”
Sophia, 18, Philippines
They want to help create a world…
“where every dream is nurtured, every ambition encouraged, and every opportunity accessible, paving the path to a world where equality reigns.”
Rahinatu, Ghana
Are you with them?
Meet the Global Young Influencers (click to pop out):
Natsiraishe is a Taekwondo enthusiast using the sport to fight against child marriages and pregnancies, recognised for her dedication to gender equality.Emmanuel is a child activist and medical student passionate about empowering children and advocating for their rights.Angelina is an activist pursuing a degree in International Relations, advocating for gender equality and quality education.Sofia is a Safe Online Champion and Youth Facilitator with experience in humanitarian work, committed to advocating for children’s rights.A former coordinator of Girls Alliances Timor Leste, Liviana is actively involved in youth movements and represents Timor Leste in various international forums. Louabatou is an economist and activist committed to the rights of children and young girls, actively involved in youth organisations.Lia is a passionate Korean-Canadian student and activist focused on gender equality, racial equity, and education equity.Gregorius (Yoris) is a climate youth activist, filmmaker, and legal researcher advocating for climate change and gender equality.Princess, a high school student, has participated in the Girls Challenge Grant and Girls Get Equal, served as a youth peer educator and radio broadcaster, and is the President of the Advocates and Young Innovator Federation in Occidental Mindoro Province.Safiatou is a communications student committed to defending the rights of vulnerable people and runs a blog called Gender and Disability Inclusion.Nora is dedicated to human rights and environmental conservation, founding the Burmese Relief Reach to support Burmese refugees.Heritier is a young advocate and child parliamentarian passionate about gender equality and equal opportunities.Ciara is a student of Philosophy, Political Science, Economics, and Sociology, advocating for gender equality, disability inclusion, and LGBT rights.Anuska, a participant in Champions of Change, focuses on preventing child marriage and empowering girls in her community.Joselyne has over 5 years of experience advocating for gender equality and is the Programs Lead at Impanuro Girls Initiative.Nathan is a young activist from Germany focused on environmental issues, gender equality, and equal access to education. Khadidiatou is a trained lawyer and advocate for girls’ and women’s rights, representing Senegalese youth at international forums. Samia, a recent B.Sc. graduate in Zoology, is an activist for child rights and gender equality, involved with KaathPencil and Plan International Bangladesh.Sara is passionate about equality and is studying International Relations, aiming to make the world a fairer place for everyone. Pelemo, a young changemaker, uses poetry to advocate for gender equality, disability inclusion, and mental health awareness. Mahmoud is an advocate for girls’ rights and empowerment, youth participation, and combating climate change.Rahinatu is dedicated to advocacy and volunteering, holding a Bachelor of Education in Mathematics and pursuing a master’s degree in informatics.Troy is a youth activist studying Gender and Development, passionate about empowering women and children.
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