The Board
The YEM UK Board is elected by our members annually, and oversees the administration of our organisation, co-ordinates campaigns, maintains partnerships with other organisations, and supports our branches. If you'd like to stand for election to the Board, sign up for a membership here.
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President Julius Lajtha pres[email protected]em.org.uk Julius has been a fighter for the European cause since the age of 15 on various fronts and with various organisations. Austrian-born, with roots in Germany and Hungary and studying Politics, IR, and law in Aberdeen, he feels strongly European and wants to spread that feeling to many more young people in the country with YEM UK.
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International Officer Alexiane Terrochaire-Barbançon internationa[email protected]em.org.uk Alexiane originates from France and is studying European Affairs at the LSE. Also the President of YEM London, her top priority is to reconnect YEM to our European counterparts. Alexiane loves cats, and is always up for a nice coffee session to discuss Europe or life in general!
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Treasurer Martin Penov treas[email protected]yem.org.uk Martin is studying Politics and IR at the University of Manchester, where he has participated in numerous demonstrations and campaigns and taken an active part in the university's numerous international communities. Politically-minded from a young age, he is dedicated to preserving European values, both in his native Bulgaria and in a post-Brexit UK.
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Communications Officer Adam Langworthy co[email protected]em.org.uk Adam studies Natural Sciences at Durham, where he previously lead his local branch, and which he has also served as secretary and treasurer. He is strongly European both in heart and mind, and he is eager to help YEM promote its values across the UK.
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Our team
The Board's work is supported by other members of YEM UK - if you'd like to get involved, contact us at [email protected] or fill in this form!
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Youth Engagement Manager Eoin Burgin [email protected]em.org.uk YEM UK's only full-time staff member, Eoin is supports the Board and welcomes new members. Originally from Manchester but now living in Edinburgh, Eoin is a passionate believer in international solidarity and the inclusion of young people in political debates. When he isn't frowning as he reads The Guardian, Eoin can be found at the pub or taking photos. |
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Communications Administrator Eden Hubara Originally from Finland, but living in Scotland for over 5 years now, Eden has been a part of YEM UK since 2017, initially contributing as Secretary and later as President on a local level. Currently she is pursuing her postgraduate degree in Sociology and also working as part of the Communications team on the national level.
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