Maddie has an inner passion for debating. Maddie was a youth councillor and also a member of Youth Parliament, actively campaigning for mental health, anti-bullying and votes at 16. One of her fondest memories was having the opportunity to debate in the House of Commons. These experiences have all brought Maddie to what she is doing now, where she is a student engagement officer at MidKent College. Maddie feels that she has a really unique role, where she gets to work with a diverse range of young people, encouraging them to get involved in activities beyond the curriculum to develop them both personally and professionally, supporting them to succeed in life. Maddie is a Princess Diana Award holder, she received this for active campaigning and has a passion for young people, ensuring that they are given every opportunity possible to change their lives.