Shafa Waqas MSYP

MSYP for Cumbernauld and Kilsyth

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I am 18 years old and I study Law at the University of Stirling! Outside of university, I volunteer with UNICEF UK as a member of their youth advisory board and I work a part-time job. In my free time, I like to go on drives and listen to music!

I wanted to become an MSYP because as a wheelchair user, I saw that the world around me was not built with disabled people in mind. By getting involved with SYP, I wanted to help amplify young disabled voices and ensure our experiences are taken seriously by people who can make change.

Three important issues I’m passionate about: Accessibility and disabled people’s rights, woman’s rights and the rights of people from BAME backgrounds.

Fun fact: I love perfumes and I am constantly adding to my collection. I currently have 16 and my favourite is Golden Dust from Sunnahmusks!