Candidate Statement: I wish to become a member of the Welsh Youth
Parliament in order to help the young people in my community get involved in
national decision making. I will represent you, and your views. We need to
speak, and I will be your voice.
In the past few years, the flaws in our education system
have been highlighted, one of which being the over-reliance on examinations. We
need more focus on coursework, and less on that one exam per subject, said to
determine our futures. It shouldn't. I promise to push change.
Almost 1/3 of children still live in poverty in Wales.
There's a lack of affordable educational
opportunities for students, for instance, expensive school trips exclude those
from poorer backgrounds. This needs to change.
I intend to offer youths in Caerphilly the opportunity to
join a virtual meeting once a month. We will gather their views and share
ideas.
To conclude, I am equipped with the communication and
leadership skills necessary to be your spokesperson. I consider myself a
confident speaker, have experience presenting on a national level, performing
to large audiences, and volunteering in my community.
Thank you.
