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The AAT Youth Board updates

The Youth Board is a brand new project for The Aplastic Anaemia Trust. We are working in collaboration our voluntary board members to grow the board into an influential voice for people affected by AA.

Members have input into our charity’s priorities and strategic decisions, and work with us to make the world a brighter place for all young people facing an aplastic anaemia diagnosis.

The Youth Board currently meets once a month, and updates on what we have discussed will appear below, submitted by the Chair for that month.

Youth Board Meeting on 23 May 2022

Youth Board Meeting on 23 May 2022

An exciting ‘first’ meeting following the end of pilot review. Youth Board (YB) members were engaged and eager to share their views on the agenda items discussed. The revised structure was formally approved, heralding an exciting future for the group as it renews its focus on ensuring the views of young people are heard within our charity. Read more

Published: 13th June, 2022

Author: Ellie Dawes

Youth Board meeting on 7 December 2021

Youth Board meeting on 7 December 2021

An update from this month's Chair, Callum about our discussions and decisions. Read more

Published: 5th January, 2022

Author: Ellie Dawes

Youth Board meeting on 4th November 2021

Youth Board meeting on 4th November 2021

An update from this month's secretary, Ella about our discussions and decisions. Read more

Published: 2nd December, 2021

Author: Ellie Dawes

Youth Board meeting on 6th October 2021

Youth Board meeting on 6th October 2021

A report from this month's Chair, Elin about what was discussed. Read more

Published: 22nd October, 2021

Author: Ellie Dawes

Youth Board Meeting on 7th September 2021

Youth Board Meeting on 7th September 2021

A report from this month's Chair, Lily about what was discussed. Read more

Published: 23rd September, 2021

Author: Ellie Dawes

The first meeting of the AAT Youth Board

The first meeting of the AAT Youth Board

On 12 August 2021, the first meeting of The AAT Youth Board took place. Here's what was discussed... Read more

Published: 19th August, 2021

Updated: 2nd September, 2024

Author: Ellie Dawes

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Register with The Aplastic Anaemia Trust

Are you living with aplastic anaemia, or a related condition like PNH, Fanconi anaemia, Dyskeratosis Congenita or Schwachman Diamond Syndrome? Or are you supporting a friend or family member who has? Please take a few minutes to register with us here. Read more

Published: 31st July, 2025

Updated: 4th February, 2026

Author: Ellie Dawes

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