Amaris. A
Amaris is a film studies and international relations student from Scotland. Their interest in youth rights is rooted in lived experience of domestic violence and abuses of power within both home and school. Informed by the principle that ‘the personal is political’, she is committed to challenging adultism and ensuring that young people can stand up to violence. Amaris is currently the organizer for the St. Andrews Youth Rights Society.
Amaris joined NYRA in March 2026 and currently works on the Action Team and Communications Team.
St Andrews Youth Rights Society
Amaris is the organizer of NYRA’s first international node, the St Andrews Youth Rights Society!
Location: University of St Andrews, Scotland (United Kingdom)
Email: Amaris@youthrights.org
Mission statement: Empowering children, teenagers and young adults to stand up to violence.
Visit the Node’s website here
Amaris’ Podcast Episodes:
Youth Rights Podcast Ep 14: Colonialism’s Impact on Youth Oppression and Isolation
NYRA members Zane Miller, Susan Milton, Imogen Gannon and Amaris discuss the history of colonialism’s impact on youth oppression. Listen as they speak about pre-colonial practices of community and adolescence, and how it compares to today.
Listen to the Episode on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
Other members Included: Zane Miller, Susan Milton, Imogen Gannon
