Discussing the challenges and rewards of being a young voice in traditionally older governance structures and how to encourage intergenerational collaboration.
Some of the key things Maria plans to cover:
- Why youth representation in leadership matters
- Framing the urgency of including young voices in decision-making spaces
- Key challenges young leaders face in traditionally older structures
- The unique strengths young leaders bring to the table
- Strategies to bridge the generational gap in governance
Call to action: Building leadership spaces that reflect the future, now
Maria Owusu-Mensah:
Maria is a passionate Non-Executive Director, Social Impact Entrepreneur, and Public Speaker with more than five years of leadership experience across youth development, digital media, energy, and consultancy sectors.
As a Former Trustee of the EY Foundation and Chair of its Youth Advisory Board, Maria plays a key role in shaping governance strategies around social mobility, youth leadership, and equity.
Maria also works as a Commercial Analyst at BP, where she focuses on the energy transition and economic growth in African markets, contributing to strategic and operational planning for long-term impact.