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Morgan Carter is one of the 50 islanders who regularly give up their time to provide first aid to whoever needs it at public events - and she's only 16.
But despite her young age, she has already had a long career with St. John Ambulance, having joined the Helvetia Division at just five. After 11 years of voluntary work, Morgan became Acting Cadet of the Year.
The teen says that her time with the charity has given her great opportunities to support the community through her duties and to help younger children.
She told Express what five first aid treatment she would administer to the island...
I believe Jersey should provide the opportunity for all five to 18-year-olds to be educated in First Aid.
Pictured: Teaching all youngsters first aid could help save lives.
This would not only give them confidence and knowledge, but could at any times save a life.
There is a lack of activities for teenagers on the island. I know that my age group finds it hard to find things to do during holidays or on the weekend.
Pictured: There is not enough to do for teenagers out there, says Morgan.
To support this, the island could look to make the most of local landmarks like Fort Regent.
By subsidising sports and activities, we would promote a healthy lifestyle and fitness and educate people.
Pictured: Subsidised sports would make for healthier youngsters, Morgan argues.
This would help children and teenagers maintain a good, healthy lifestyle and it would help them get into sports from a young age.
I would like to see all school buses made free.
Pictured: 'Free rides for everyone!' - that's Morgan's transport mantra.
This would support parents financially and also support parents returning to work, knowing that their children have a way of getting to school without relying on them, as there is quite often a conflict in time.
I'd like to see politics opened up to youngsters - and here's a suggestion how.
Pictured: Is a parish buddy system the solution to get more youngsters involved in politics? Morgan thinks so!
For the younger residents to be involved, I think a parish buddy system could work where teenagers from the age of 16 could actively take part in discussions and debates on improving island and/or parish.
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