Youth Panel
The BD Youth Panel is designed to give a voice to young people within British Dressage.
The Youth Panel will support the BD Youth Technical Committee and Regional Committees by advising, driving, and informing the work of BD Youth. This is your opportunity to have your say, and contribute to change that impacts you.
Youth Panel Members
- Holly McHugh - North & West
- Alanna Clarke - North & East
- Oliver Lawery - North & East
- George Campodonic - Wales
- Sofia Sewell-Davies - Wales
- Marie-Ayesha Barilits-Gupta - South & West
- Moya Payne - South & East
- Charlie Davis - South & East
- Emma Horgan - South & East
- Crystal Robinson-Long - South & East
Summary of last meeting
16.11.2024
"During the Youth Panel's first meeting, we discussed a lot of topics of the current BD Youth system, raised by Emily Willard and Hannah Moody, we came together as a team to brainstorm and provide solutions. These topics included questions such as how we can encourage new riders to join BD Youth - and also how we can continue to engage and retain older members.
In addition to this, we were delighted to be joined by Vikki Hayton, who delivered an eye opening and informative segment on our role to look out for BD Youth members. This included knowing how to identify potential signs of abuse in U18s - whether that be online, verbal or physical, and how to handle these situations professionally, knowing who to report this information to. And last but not least - the Panel members spent a lot of time getting to know each other through fun icebreakers, learning about each person's equine journey so far, and picking up on personal strengths within the group."
- Holly McHugh
The next meeting is on 3 March.
What we’re looking for
We are looking for applicants who:
- Are aged 16-25 or 25-27 (with prior experience of BD Youth and are still competing with BD).
- Are from a range of backgrounds to bring together a diverse group of perspectives and experiences.
- Will act as an advocate of British Dressage and the perspective of BD Youth members.
- Will represent Youth riders in their region.
- Will support British Dressage’s vision and objectives.
- Will act as a youth advisor, using current and previous experiences to support others.
Members of the BD Youth Panel will be expected to attend a maximum of four quarterly online meetings, and one annual in-person meeting. This is a voluntary role, and members are subject to a maximum length of two consecutive terms of two years.
READ THE FULL ROLE DESCRIPTION HERE
Opportunities for Panel members
In return for contributions to the British Dressage Youth Panel, members will have access to a range of opportunities, such as:
- Volunteering at BD events
- Participating in media training
- Attendance at industry-relevant training and networking sessions
- Developing leadership, communication, and collaboration skills
The application process
Applications are currently closed.
