Emily Alexander
Emily Alexander is 22 years old and has been involved in community and youth work for the past 10 years. Her journey started in 2012 when she was one of the founding members of LYPP, a group of young people creating a magazine. From there she started volunteering at MCCI’s youth club as part of the first group of Young Volunteers. This role as a young volunteer also allowed Emily to be part of the fundraising team for MCCI, plan events, attend various youth work training courses and support the establishment of the Charlie’s Plot climate change project.
After leaving high school, Emily became employed by MCCI as their administrator and young volunteer co-ordinator, allowing her to pass on her skills and expertise onto the next generation of young volunteers. She is still currently working with the young volunteers on a part time basis, but her full time role is with Fife Active Schools as the Levenmouth Community Connector, supporting local target groups to get re-engaged with physical activity and sports, and supporting local community groups to improve communication and collaboration.