Amplifying Youth Voices: Meet the Panellists for ‘Empowering Youth Voices Webinar’
Empowering Youth Voices: Unveiling the Youth Report & Pacific Perceptions Webinar Panellists
In a world where the voices of young leaders are becoming increasingly essential, PCF’s upcoming webinar promises to inspire and empower. Titled "Empowering Youth Voices: Unveiling the Youth Report & Pacific Perceptions," this webinar will feature three panellists who are making a significant impact in their respective fields. These young leaders believe in the power of mobilising their peers to amplify their voices and take pride in their unique perspectives as young people in today's society.
At the heart of this exciting webinar lies the desire to understand the experiences and aspirations of Pacific youth in the wake of a global pandemic, natural disasters, and ongoing geopolitical developments in the region. PCF had the privilege of consulting a group of Pacific youth earlier this year, gaining invaluable insights into their lives and youth development in these challenging times.
The event offers our three guest panellists a platform to share their stories, insights, and visions for the future. It will be a unique opportunity to learn about their progress and discover how we, as supporters, can contribute to their important work.
The voices of our young people are critical, and this event promises to shed light on their hopes, challenges, and solutions.
Elizabeth Kite
Elizabeth Kite is a true force of inspiration in leadership, education, and advocacy. From the Kingdom of Tonga, she is the Founding CEO of Take The Lead Tonga, where she pioneers transformative initiatives to empower her community and drive positive change. Notably, Elizabeth is Tonga's first Obama Scholar and is currently engaged in a year-long academic journey at Columbia University, honing her expertise and passion for global issues. She is a dedicated activist known for amplifying Pacific voices on pressing climate issues. Elizabeth's remarkable journey includes her distinguished tenure as the former and longest-serving Pacific Representative to the Commonwealth Youth Council, where she championed youth empowerment and advocacy on the international stage.
Ellen Dixon
Ellen Dixon, the National President of the New Zealand Union of Students’ Associations, is a remarkable leader committed to education and youth empowerment. Ellen has held significant roles, such as serving on the Global Student Forum and Ministerial panels for education. She is the youngest civil society representative on the UNESCO Global Education Monitoring Report Advisory Board and has been involved in various international engagements. Ellen's academic journey includes a Bachelor of Arts in Sociolinguistics from Massey University, a Master of International Relations and Diplomacy from the University of Canterbury, and she is currently pursuing a PhD in Critical Theory at The European Graduate School. Her specialisation in "state biopolitical sovereignty" in security studies and critical education theory makes her a prominent advocate for critical thinking in education.
Dr. Bradley Yombon-Copio
Dr. Bradley Yombon-Copio is a dedicated advocate for education and health. His leadership journey includes serving as the University of Papua New Guinea’s first Student Council President from the Medical School. He has accumulated years of youth and student leadership through various roles and is passionate about raising awareness and being involved in programs related to education and health. Dr. Yombon-Copio's engagement extends to volunteering with the PNG Cancer Foundation and contributing to regional consultations on education with UNESCO and other development partners. He is the Commonwealth Students Association Pacific Regional Representative and an executive member of the Global Student Forum Steering Committee and Commonwealth Alliance of Young Entrepreneurs Pacific (CAYE-Pacific).
These three extraordinary young leaders bring a wealth of knowledge, passion, and experience to the "Empowering Youth Voices" webinar. Their insights and stories will undoubtedly inspire all attendees.