We believe that girls and boys should have the same rights, and we want to raise our voices to make that happen.
Plan International Ireland works with and not just for young people. We recognise that young people are a vital and largely untapped resource that is often missing from global justice work.
Our Youth Advisory Panel (YAP) engages young people aged 16-24 as ambassadors and advisors to Plan International Ireland. Through advocacy and activism, our YAP members stand in solidarity with young campaigners around the world to make change happen both in Ireland and Internationally.
We are currently recruiting new YAP members for activities in 2021 and beyond!
What does being part of the YAP involve?
Campaigning
Working with Plan
Personal Development
What do our members say?
âIâve had the opportunity to meet and work with really amazing people on projects I am really passionate about. If youâre passionate about making a difference get involved in the yap. You wonât regret it!â â Etain
âWorking as part of the YAP has been a phenomenal experience! The opportunities for developing as a person and an activist are endless and you get to make amazing friends along the way!â â Nathan
âBeing part of the YAP is an excellent opportunity as I am really passionate about the Sustainable Development Goals and Gender Equality. For the short time I have been a member I have learned a lot and developed many skills such as being able to speak in large groups!â â Sayeh
âBeing a member of the YAP has given me some incredible opportunities including visiting Ăras an UachtarĂĄin to talk about girlsâ rights, speaking on a panel with the Lord Mayor in the Mansion House, lobbying MEPs in the European Parliament in Brussels and visiting Sri Lanka as part of the Global YAP to name a few!â – Anna