Calling all inspiring young women from D&G!

THE Young Women’s Movement, Scotland’s national organisation for young women and girls’ leadership and rights, is seeking nominations from this area for its annual 30 Under 30 list.

The list was established in 2016 to address the lack of diverse representation on other 30 Under 30 lists.

It seeks to celebrate young women, girls and non-binary people in Scotland who are making change in their lives, communities or in society.

Each year since its launch, the list has showcased some of Scotland’s most inspiring young artists, activists, carers, volunteers and trail-blazers from across the country.

And last year it included Muminah Koleoso, above, a multi-award-winning writer, content creator, journalist and advocate from Dumfries. She created and hosts Sister Station, a podcast which amplifies the voices of Black and Muslim women and women of colour. She has performed her poetry at the Edinburgh International Book Festival, and is the recipient of the 2025 Young Scot Award for Culture & Entertainment, the MCM Comic Con Scholarship, and the Black Scottish Awards’ Creative of the Year.

Jenni Snell, CEO of The Young Women’s Movement, said: “In a climate of rising misogyny online and offline, 30 Under 30 is a much needed opportunity to celebrate and recognise young women’s achievements and the positive impact they have. Young women are leading change across Scotland – within their own lives and communities, as well as at a national level.”

Nominations can be submitted until June 8 at youngwomenscot.org/30Under30. Self-nominations are also accepted.