Jimy Joseph will be responsible for representing Islington’s Youth Council at regional Young Mayor meetings and will have the casting vote among the council. Alongside him, Thomas Brown elected as Deputy Young Mayor.
Islington Youth Council has welcomed its newly elected Young Mayor, Jimmy Joseph, following a vote by youth councillors determined to shape the borough’s future.
After securing the position, YCllr Joseph expressed his gratitude and enthusiasm, stating: “I feel happy to be elected Young Mayor to help Islington and serve its young people. I’d like to thank everyone who voted for me. My campaign was ‘disability is not inability’.”
Driven by a passion for equality and opportunity, Joseph is eager to ensure that all young people in Islington reach their full potential, regardless of the challenges they face. “I’m most looking forward to helping Islington to the best of my ability; ensuring all young people achieve their potential and can overcome any barriers,” he added. Joseph, a student at Capital City College Finsbury Park, credits his mother as his biggest inspiration and is also a devoted Arsenal fan, with Bukayo Saka as his football hero.
“I’m most looking forward to helping Islington to the best of my ability; ensuring all young people achieve their potential and can overcome any barriers.”
Jimmy Joseph, Young Mayor
Alongside him, Thomas Brown was elected as Deputy Young Mayor. Brown, thrilled by the outcome, said he is “extremely enthusiastic” about his new role. “I am most excited about representing Islington at multiple events, creating a better, more inclusive borough, and making it a safer area,” he said.
Further elections saw Ryden O’Brien-Kingston named as Islington’s Member of the London Youth Assembly (MLYA), while D’Eric Koy was selected as the borough’s Member of the UK Youth Parliament (MYP). O’Brien-Kingston expressed his excitement at working with fellow London Youth Assembly members to create “positive social change.”
The 14 youth councillors, who took part in the voting process, have now begun their work to advocate for young people across Islington. Following the election in November, they underwent an intensive induction programme designed to equip them with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate their new responsibilities.
“I am most excited about representing Islington at multiple events, creating a better, more inclusive borough and making it a safer area.”
Thomas Brown, Deputy
These young leaders will play a crucial role in ensuring the voices of Islington’s youth are heard. They will campaign for youth services that genuinely reflect the needs and aspirations of young people, while also collaborating with council officers and elected officials. Their influence extends to planning, designing, delivering, and reviewing services, ensuring a youth-focused approach to policy-making in the borough.
To learn more about Islington’s Youth Council, visit islington.gov.uk/YouthCouncil or follow them on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram.
A Voice for Young People in Islington
The Islington Youth Council serves as a platform for young people to influence services and spending across the council. Through their work, they strive to guarantee high-quality services that truly address the needs of Islington’s youth. A key function of the Young Mayor and the Youth Council is to champion the interests of young residents, raise awareness of issues affecting them, and help shape the council’s commissioning priorities. By doing so, they actively contribute to shaping a more inclusive, supportive, and dynamic community for all young people in the borough.
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