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I am a committed advocate for student and youth empowerment, with extensive experience leading education and community initiatives. Through collaboration with university leaders and diverse stakeholders, I champion inclusive, student-led change and continually strive to improve student well-being and academic support. My passion lies in supporting young people to become leaders in social, environmental, and mental health advocacy. I have spearheaded campaigns, facilitated workshops, and managed large-scale events, always fostering inclusive participation and safe, empowering spaces for marginalized groups.…I am a committed advocate for student and youth empowerment, with extensive experience leading education and community initiatives. Through collaboration with university leaders and diverse stakeholders, I champion inclusive, student-led change and continually strive to improve student well-being and academic support. My passion lies in supporting young people to become leaders in social, environmental, and mental health advocacy. I have spearheaded campaigns, facilitated workshops, and managed large-scale events, always fostering inclusive participation and safe, empowering spaces for marginalized groups.

Charlotte Lastowecky

Writer, Social Media Freelancer, Project Manager, +1

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I am a committed advocate for student and youth empowerment, with extensive experience leading education and community initiatives. Through collaboration with university leaders and diverse stakeholders, I champion inclusive, student-led change and continually strive to improve student well-being and academic support. My passion lies in supporting young people to become leaders in social, environmental, and mental health advocacy. I have spearheaded campaigns, facilitated workshops, and managed large-scale events, always fostering inclusive participation and safe, empowering spaces for marginalized groups.…I am a committed advocate for student and youth empowerment, with extensive experience leading education and community initiatives. Through collaboration with university leaders and diverse stakeholders, I champion inclusive, student-led change and continually strive to improve student well-being and academic support. My passion lies in supporting young people to become leaders in social, environmental, and mental health advocacy. I have spearheaded campaigns, facilitated workshops, and managed large-scale events, always fostering inclusive participation and safe, empowering spaces for marginalized groups.

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I am a committed advocate for student and youth empowerment, with extensive experience leading education and community initiatives. Through collaboration with university leaders and diverse stakeholders, I champion inclusive, student-led change and continually strive to improve student well-being and academic support.

My passion lies in supporting young people to become leaders in social, environmental, and mental health advocacy. I have spearheaded campaigns, facilitated workshops, and managed large-scale events, always fostering inclusive participation and safe, empowering spaces for marginalized groups.

Skills

Leadership

Social Media Design

Experience Level

Leadership

Expert

Social Media Design

Expert

Work Experience

Vice President of Education (Company Director) at UCLan Students' Union

July 1, 2023 - Present

Elected to represent the academic interests of over 25,000 students. Championed inclusive, student-led change across the university. Collaborated with university leadership to shape institutional policy and improve educational provision and student well-being. Led the Reward and Recognition project to formally acknowledge student contributions. Delivered workshops and facilitated feedback forums to enhance student support, including for marginalized groups. Advocated for improved academic support and well-being resources.

Young Change Leader (Internship) at Ashoka

October 31, 2021 - August 4, 2025

Engaged over 50 youth networks in Greater Manchester to build collaborative partnerships and support youth empowerment programmes. Facilitated intergenerational dialogues to shape Ashoka's national direction and ensure youth voices were central. Co-authored a national storytelling guidebook for changemakers. Supported event coordination ensuring inclusive participation and safeguarding. Maintained engagement records and contributed to evaluation of outreach strategies.

Project Lead & Facilitator at Youth and Environment Europe (YEE)

March 31, 2024 - August 4, 2025

Co-designed and delivered a week-long international training programme in Budapest supporting young leaders across Europe in mental health awareness, inclusive leadership and systemic innovation. Facilitated workshops on eco-anxiety, activist well-being and diversity in decision-making. Created bespoke resources now used by YEE to improve volunteer well-being. Managed logistics, risk assessments and safeguarding for participants. Fostered culture of peer learning receiving positive feedback for accessibility and trauma-informed facilitation.

Facilitator at The Resilience Project

July 1, 2020 - Present

Spearheaded initiatives to support youth activists’ mental health by addressing eco-anxiety and burnout through tailored trauma-informed programmes. Developed and facilitated weekly Climate Resilience Circles fostering peer support, safeguarding emotional well-being, and equipping participants with mental health tools. Earned a Mental Health First Aid qualification enabling early identification and support for mental health challenges. Oversaw logistical coordination, safeguarding, and evaluation for weekly support sessions. Designed bespoke workshops for vulnerable groups supporting inclusive participation.

Founder at Youth Strike 4 Climate Manchester

February 28, 2021 - August 4, 2025

Built and led a volunteer-powered climate movement engaging thousands across Greater Manchester. Recruited, trained, and supported volunteers to organize events, manage media, and lead campaigns embedding safeguarding and accessibility. Designed and delivered volunteer training on facilitation, trauma awareness, and digital skills. Liaised with media, emergency services, and local authorities to ensure safe and inclusive public events. Organized Manchester’s largest climate mobilizations and hosted political forums to spotlight systemic climate issues and community voices. Established partnerships with trade unions, youth groups, and mutual aid networks to strengthen community engagement.

Regional Lead / Trustee at Climate Live

November 1, 2020 - Present

Coordinated a regional volunteer team and launched major public events spotlighting climate justice through music and arts. As Safeguarding Lead, implemented and monitored well-being protocols across all events and planning spaces. Delivered peer support and coordinated risk assessments for volunteer activities. Managed year-long partnership with Oxfam securing funding and enabling community-based youth projects. Sat on Board of Trustees overseeing strategy, safeguarding governance, and volunteer recognition. Represented the movement publicly on panels with youth figures and connected with policy and music industry stakeholders.

Campaign and Volunteer Leadership Roles at Fridays For Future / Youth Strike 4 Climate (International)

February 28, 2021 - August 4, 2025

Supported and trained young spokespeople, coordinated media campaigns, and maintained safeguarding during public appearances. Led online volunteer teams managing platforms with 50k+ followers promoting youth-led calls for justice. Matched regional activist groups with global partners encouraging collaboration and mutual support. Actively contributed to conflict resolution and team well-being facilitating inclusive spaces for volunteers from marginalized backgrounds.