Help Children Across
The World
UNICEF UK (The United Nations Children’s Fund – a world organisation for helping children across the world) is offering 12-17 year olds across the UK an exciting opportunity; the chance to become a UNICEF UK Youth Adviser. Youth Advisers will host events and road shows for young people all over the country as well as getting involved in campaigning and fundraising for UNICEF, the leading children’s organisation.
UNICEF UK is looking for young people who are passionate about children’s rights and who are able to commit to a minimum of 20 days per year. Interested young people can apply by downloading the application form at www.unicef.org.uk/youthvoice.
Last year, the UNICEF UK Youth Advisers visited UNICEF-funded HIV prevention projects in Jamaica. During the visit they interviewed young people living with HIV and met youth activists who educate their peers on sexual health.
Joel, 18, became a UNICEF UK Youth Adviser in 2006 and said: “Applying to become a Youth Adviser two years ago was one of the best decisions I have made. I have had some amazing experiences that I would never have dreamed of and I have made some lifelong friends. Participation and having a real voice is at the heart of being a Youth Adviser. I feel that I have made a positive difference to UNICEF’s work and the lives of children both here in the UK and overseas.”
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