Candidate Statement: My name is Olive Alys Anwen Burns and I
am 15 years old, from Canton, Cardiff. My favourite subjects are Maths,
Chemistry and Drama. I have been part of the equality groups Digon and Newid
Ffem in Plasmawr for a number of years, because it is my main priority to make
our school a better place for the LGBTQ+ community, and to ensure equality for
all individuals. As a member of these, I have met ministers, such as Jeremy
Miles, and taken part in a number of interesting and creative projects. I am
very interested in politics, and have recently taken part in events such as the
MCOP 29, debating competitions, and a discussion with Mark Drakeford. When I'm
older, I aspire to work in law or politics. I want to be part of the Welsh
Youth Parliament because equality is something that is close to my heart, and
something that I am passionate about fighting for. I don't think equality is discussed enough in
politics, and this is something I would like to change.
