After a decade at the helm of an organisation, some leaders can become a little battle-hardened and jaded. But Jane Slowey, who will mark 10 years as chief executive of the Foyer Federation in September, is positively brimming with energy, her passion for young people's issues seemingly undimmed.
"The world around young people has changed dramatically during that time and I think it is more challenging to grow up in the 21st century than it was, for example, when I grew up," says Slowey, who was awarded a CBE in 2009 for her championing of the rights of disadvantaged children.
"The challenges with the changing world in terms of the environment, information and employment are massive for young people."
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