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Shape the future of global conservation as a member of the Kew Youth Council
Overview
Salary
Voluntary role - no salary
Location
Kew Gardens, Richmond
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Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation Summary
Kew is a leading organization in worldwide conservation efforts, fully dedicated to stopping the extinction crisis and protecting our future. A unique aspect of their work is their commitment to including the younger generation's voice in their decision-making processes, particularly through the Kew Youth Council.
Role Summary
- Engage with Kew's senior leadership to shape initiatives and strategic decisions.
- Attend in-person quarterly meetings at Kew Gardens to offer opinions on various agenda items and projects.
- Participate in monthly online working groups based on individual interests, to plan and action projects.
Role Requirements
- Must be aged 17-25 and proud to represent Kew and its work.
- Should have a willingness to share diverse opinions, ideas, and perspectives on organizational matters.
Application Process Details
- Candidates with concerns about meeting dates or accessibility should email youth@kew.org for potential adjustments.
- Kew encourages applications by making their sessions as accessible as possible.
Kew is a global organisation at the forefront of conservation, working to end the extinction crisis and safeguard the future. We are committed to integrating the voice and views of young people into our decision-making processes through the Kew Youth Council.
The role: As a member of the Kew Youth Council, you will work with our senior leadership team to help shape our initiatives and ensure that the perspectives of young people are considered in Kew's strategic decisions. This role involves attending quarterly in-person meetings at Kew Gardens, where you will engage in discussions on various agenda items and provide input on projects such as the EDI strategy, the October Exhibition, and the Science Strategy. Additionally, you will participate in various working groups based on your interests, which meet online monthly to plan and execute projects.
Job requirements: We are seeking young people aged 17-25 with diverse lived experiences who are willing to represent Kew and its work. You should be able to offer opinions, ideas, and perspectives on a wide range of organisational matters.
Benefits: While the position is voluntary, it offers the opportunity to influence a major conservation organisation and to network with other youth advocacy organisations. Members will also be invited to various events at Kew and beyond, raising their profile within the conservation and youth advocacy sectors.
Application details: If you are interested in applying but have concerns about the meeting dates or accessibility, please contact us at [email removed - click apply for more details]. We aim to make our sessions as accessible as possible and are open to adjusting them based on applicant feedback.
