Hello! My name is Bracken and I am fortunate to be a part of an innovative charity known as the Sea Cadets. While we are a visible personification of the Royal Navy, my passion is to champion youth voice through my role within the National Cadet Voice team in 2025, as a rep and now the Assistant Area Staff Officer. We have young people at the forefront of every decision we make as a charity. I am also proud to be a Cadet Trustee within our senior management team, to give them a cadet-centred perspective on how our charity can be successful in enhancing the cadet experience.

I joined the Sea Cadets at the age of 14 and worked my way through the ranks, eventually reaching Able Cadet. My first major course was a week offshore on TS Royalist, which sparked my love for being on the water, particularly windsurfing. Since then, I’ve taken part in a wide range of activities and training, developing my confidence, leadership and practical skills. After aging out as a cadet, I decided to stay involved as a member of staff, where I now help cadets develop their own skills and experiences. I am also the unit DofE Officer and have achieved my own Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, giving me a particular interest in helping cadets work towards their own DofE awards.

I have been involved with the Army Cadets for over five years, progressing through the ranks and also achieving the highest star level. During my time as a cadet, I completed my Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and became a Young DofE Leader. I now volunteer with the organisation, helping support the next generation of cadets. The Army Cadets has been a huge part of my life, and I’m proud to continue being involved in something I love.

Hi! I'm Emily, I am a London university student and volunteer with St John Ambulance. I have been involved in the organisation since I was 8 as a Badger, then a cadet and have now transferred to be an adult member. I have been fortunate to be involved in so many amazing opportunities including first aid duties such as the London Marathon, Regional Youth Forum, fundraising and teaching first aid in my community. Outside of St John, I was also a member of Girlguiding between the ages of 5-17. In my free time, I enjoy visiting museums, galleries and going to the theatre. In summer 2026, I was grateful for the opportunity to work at a heritage site. From my work, voluntary and personal experiences, I have seen the wide range of benefits that can be derived from heritage exploration. I am so excited to be part of the Heritage Youth Partnership Youth Voice Ambassadors team!

Hi, I’m Georgina, a student, youth activist and volunteer. I began as a Badger within St John Ambulance and have since progressed through leadership roles to champion youth voice within the organisation as both a Cadet and as a volunteer. I have led local and national projects, delivered public health education, and represented young people at high-profile events and in decision-making spaces. Outside of St John Ambulance, I was a part of Girl Guiding as a Brownie and a Guide, and I am an ambassador for the #iWill Movement, where I work with a network of young people and change makers at both a local and national level. I am passionate about youth voice, wellbeing, and creating opportunities for young people to lead and shape the future.

I started out as a Badger in St John Ambulance and achieved my Super Badger Award before moving into Cadets, which gave me many opportunities including being a first aider at London Marathon, Edgbaston cricket and many more events.  I have also been involved in some amazing youth voice projects, including Bertie on Tour 2024, where we taught first aid to the public in multiple locations over the summer. I have been part of the Grand Prior Steering Group, where we wrote new subjects for Cadets to learn as part of their Grand Prior Award. As my time came to an end in Cadets, I achieved my Grand Prior Award and I am now a Youth Leader within St John Ambulance. 

Alongside the volunteer work I do for St John Ambulance, I am also Youth Council Chair and Young Trustee for Youth Organisations in Uniform West Midlands. I work alongside the other trustees and a wide range of young people from 11 different youth organisations to make a difference. 

I’m Kit, a 15-year-old from Derbyshire, England. I’ve been part of the Scout Movement since 2018 and am currently in Explorers. I volunteer as a Young Leader with Beaver Scouts and the Derbyshire Scout Archaeology Team, where I also serve on the Youth Committee. I’m passionate about archaeology and wildlife, and when I’m not exploring the past, I enjoy crafting and hanging out with friends. You might see me in my leather hat at heritage events, engaging with historical artefacts. I’m excited to help shape the future of heritage work because I believe it’s crucial for young people to appreciate our past. I’m looking forward to being more involved!

I am a first aider with St John Ambulance and have served for more than two years. During this time, I have supported members of the public, met many friendly people, including the Dover and Folkestone and Hythe Town Mayors, and been invited to help at high-priority events. As I continue my service, I am working towards achieving my 200-hour service medal badge. I have been able to attain multiple awards and qualifications to assist volunteers and cadets within the service, such as Medical Aid and Leadership. This has helped me to lead a team in both low- and high-pressure scenarios.

I have also taken part in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE), where I progressed through and successfully completed my Bronze Award. I have great memories from the experience and enjoy sharing them to show how rewarding DofE can be. In 2022, I achieved the role of Young Leader, which helped me develop and gave me the opportunity to attend multiple meetings and training sessions with other DofE members across Kent and the surrounding areas.

I’m Jessica and I am a Rainbow, Guide and Ranger leader in both Worcestershire and Oxford. I am also the county PR adviser for Worcestershire. I have been a part of Girlguiding since I was 6 and I am so grateful for all of the opportunities it has given me. Through being part of the organisation, I have become a confident leader, developed lots of new skills and had some fantastic experiences- most recently including an international trip to Finland. Outside of guiding I am training to become a teacher, enjoy sewing and am part of a Lifesaving club. I have also not long completed by Gold DofE and Commonwealth awards. I am excited to be part of the Youth Voice Ambassadors, meeting other members of uniformed groups and using my experience to help shape the projects.

Hi, I’m excited to be a Youth Voice Ambassador! I’ve been a part of Girlguiding since I was 10, being a Guide, a Ranger, a Young Leader, and now a Leader. As someone with a chronic illness, I’m passionate about making Girlguiding more accessible to girls across the country, and incorporating heritage into a curriculum that supports and guides every girl is so important to me.

I have been a member of Girlguiding for over 17 years, and I became a Girlguiding advocate in 2023. Since then, I've campaigned on important issues like online safety, mental health, and period poverty. I studied history and heritage studies at university, and now I work in a museum. One of my favourite parts of the job is running regular sleepovers for all the uniformed youth groups that come to visit. Last year, I had the opportunity to work with YUF, where we created a mosaic that reflected how local girls view their heritage

Hi, I'm Scarlett, and I’ve been involved in Scouting since I was 14. I started as a Young Leader, helping a Cub pack and two Squirrel dreys, before moving to county-level roles. In 2023, I joined Hampshire Scouts as an Explorer Ambassador, primarily focusing on my role as Top Awards Co-ordinator. I work with volunteers to enhance access to Top Awards, ensuring every young person has the chance to challenge themselves. Additionally, I served as a DofE Youth Ambassador (2024–25), advocating for the award scheme and sharing my experience of completing adapted expeditions as a young person with mobility challenges. I'm passionate about making Scouting inclusive and full of opportunities for young people.

I have been a member of Girls’ Brigade for 14 years and have loved serving as a young leader for the past 5 years. I look forward to being a youth voice ambassador, especially because I currently study modern history at university and enjoy investigating how heritage can shape individuals’ experiences. I am passionate about helping to encourage children and I hope to assist in ensuring Girls’ Brigade continues to be a welcoming and accessible environment where children will always feel confident and supported.