Kai David Young is a British student and equality advocate, known for his work in educational technology and LGBTQ+ advocacy. He currently combines his A-Level studies with part-time work supporting disabled individuals at Watford Mencap.

Early life and education

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Kai Young attended Parmiter's School from 2018 to 2023, where he completed his GCSEs. He is currently pursuing A-levels in Computer Science, Psychology, and Physics at Parmiter's Sixth Form (2023-2025). In 2022, he obtained his First Aid certification from First Aid Schools.

Leadership and advocacy

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LGBTQ+ advocacy

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Kai serves as the Lead of Parmiter's LGBTQ+ Society, where he organizes regular meetings, educational sessions, and social events to promote inclusivity and awareness within the school community.

Equality initiatives

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As the head of Parmiter's Equalities Committee, Kai works to improve school policies on equality and inclusion, with a particular focus on reducing disproportionate treatment within the school community.

Technology initiatives

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Kai spearheaded the organization of the Parmiter's Hackathon, an event designed to foster interest in cybersecurity among students. He has also developed several technical projects, including:

A comprehensive Library Management System featuring digital cataloguing and user management Multiple web platforms for educational and file management purposes

Professional work

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While maintaining full-time studies, Kaiworks part-time at Watford Mencap as a support worker for disabled children and adults. His previous experience includes:

Volunteer work at Charlie's Gift (October 2023 – May 2024)

Seasonal warehouse operations at GSF Car Parts (June 2023 – December 2023)

Technical projects

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Kai has developed and maintains several web-based platforms:

Personal portfolio website showcasing his technical projects and achievements.

Educational platform offering tutoring services and resources in computer science.

Web-based file server system with secure file management capabilities

Career aspirations

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Kai aspires to become an IT professional, with a particular interest in education. He combines his technical expertise with a strong commitment to equality and inclusion in education.

References

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