Before joining Plan in 2008, when i was still an assistant-professor at the university, i worked with students on topics such as globalization, sustainable development and development co-operation. I experienced the power of youth by witnessing their beliefs, strong will and ambition to make the world a more just and fair place to live in. In my current job at Plan Belgium, i see similar things happenig with our Youth Boards in which youngsters go through a process of becoming competent active citizens making the case for children's rights all through the world. I fills my heart with joy to see that happening.