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2023 winner
Jakub Dobosiewicz
Poland
Jakub is a young advocate dedicated to climate change, migration, and food security issues. He firmly believes that to make an impact, young people must play a role at the decision-making level. Jakub is a laureate of the National EU Competition and trusts in the power of young people. Through his Rise project, he sought to reform the fashion industry and challenge over-consumption by creating "Mendly," an online platform that connects customers with clothes repairers and customizers. He dreams of studying international relations and, in his free time, enjoys hiking and playing piano with his sister.