As part of Volunteers’ Week and today’s Power of Youth Day, we’re celebrating the incredible contributions of young people who give their time to help their communities thrive.

At just 23, Kaci has already made a lasting impact at Meadow Street Community Gardens in Pontypridd, from designing their sensory garden and painting murals to supporting day-to-day gardening. Volunteering has helped Kaci grow in confidence, develop new skills, and even inspired her to start her own business.

Read on to discover how Kaci turned a summer volunteering opportunity into a pathway for personal and professional growth.