Youth Advisory Board
We strive to connect young people with Plan’s global mission to advance children’s rights and equality for girls.
The Youth Advisory Board is a body of young people from the U.S. vocalizing the needs of youth by serving as ambassadors to Plan International.
We are a group of young people passionate about international development, youth empowerment and cross-cultural engagement; our ages range from 14-22, and we come from all corners of the U.S.
We serve as an advising body to Plan International on policies, practices and programs that affect young people, ensuring the inclusion and centrality of youth in building a better world. We’re committed to working with Plan leadership and staff to advance diverse youth perspectives. Together, we won’t stop until we are all equal.
YAB applications are currently closed.
If you are interested in learning more about our work, check out our 2023 Youth Engagement report and sign up for our youth newsletter. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us!
What is the YAB?
Mission Statement
As the Youth Advisory Board of Plan International USA, we champion representation, accessibility and advocacy to advance an equitable world for girls and young people. Together, we won’t stop until we’re all equal.
Our mandate:
- Representation: To communicate the youth perspective in the Plan International USA organization, affecting policies, youth programming and engagements.
- Accessibility: To provide opportunities and access to young people, which allow them to make change in their communities and our nation.
- Advocacy: To use our expertise to enact change, through effective consultation and organized action.
Meet the YAB
Youth voice
Blog spotlight:
Aanya and Himangini for International Youth Day
Read their stories
Blog spotlight:
Bailey taking up space and fighting for equality
Read her story
Blog spotlight:
Young people on girls’ mental health in the U.S.
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