We bring together young professionals from all sectors to work together on projects that benefit Scotland and the world.

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Our Strategic Themes

  • Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

    YAS strives to amplify and elevate the voices of communities and individuals who face barriers to effective participation in decision-making forums. We listen attentively, gather information, distil insights, conduct research, and effectively communicate our findings with the aim of reducing inequalities in Scotland.

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  • Health and Wellbeing

    We strive to identify and help tackle health and wellbeing challenges, working towards a Scotland where everyone has access to excellent care. This includes addressing health inequalities, addressing mental health challenges, promoting early interventions, and tackling stigma.

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  • Global Engagement

    We strive to bring Scotland’s expertise to the world and learn from international perspectives and experiences.

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  • Environmental and Societal Sustainability

    We strive to facilitate an inclusive and equitable transition towards a sustainable society, where everyone can thrive within a safe environment. This includes promoting a low-carbon economy, safeguarding ecosystems and biodiversity, and ensuring decent living standards for all.

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  • Enterprise and Innovation

    We strive to model and champion innovation and entrepreneurial thinking, both in the public sphere and in business. We support emerging entrepreneurs to leverage their knowledge to address societal challenges and work towards a Scottish innovation landscape that is diverse and just.

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Member Spotlight

Marta Vignola

Marta is a RAEng Engineering for Development Research Fellow at the University of Glasgow. After completing an undergraduate degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering, she gained a Master’s degree from the University of Bologna specialising in Biochemical Engineering and Biotechnology. She completed her PhD in…

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