12-Year-Old Fashion Rising Star Taylen Biggs Appointed as FICFF Youth Ambassador for Fashion and Creativity

Co-hosted by the Fashion in a Conscious Future Foundation (FICFF) and the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), the forum was an official segment of the SDG Media Zone at UNGA 80, under the theme “Empowering Transformation: A Future Dialogue on Culture, Creativity, and Technology.” The discussions focused on how cross-cultural exchange, creative expression, and technological innovation can empower youth, drive industry transformation, and strengthen social responsibility, injecting new momentum into the advancement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Distinguished speakers included:

Ambassador Marco A. Suazo Fernandez, Head of the UNITAR New York Office and Senior Advisor to the Executive Director

Yitong Qin, Founder & Chair of FICFF, and Founder & CEO of UNIPX Group

Taylen Biggs, 12-year-old media personality and fashion correspondent, and youngest honoree on the TIME100 Creators list

Toby Usnik, Advisor to FICFF, Host of The Caring Economy podcast, and former Head of Communications at the British Consulate General in New York

Mark Jiang, Vice President of Online and Retail at The Estée Lauder Companies, and Founding Member of FICFF

Sarah Farouk Elbatanouny, Co-Founder of TaiMoto, FICFF Director of Partnerships & Experiences, and former Chief People Officer of JFK International Airport’s New Terminal One project

At the roundtable discussions, panelists explored topics including “Youth, Culture, and Global Transformation” and “Creativity, Responsibility, and Business for Good,” emphasizing the role of education, cultural exchange, creative industries, and technology in empowering young people and driving positive social change.

As a youth representative, Taylen Biggs shared her perspective: “Fashion is not just clothing—it is confidence, it is narrative, it is how we show ourselves to the world. Fashion has become a tool for positive change.” She further emphasized that creativity also means responsibility, and that young people must use both creative expression and action to spark conversations about culture, family, and social values.

Despite her young age, Taylen has already built a remarkable track record in the industry. She has interviewed international stars including Rihanna and Selena Gomez, served as a red carpet correspondent for the American Music Awards, and brought her trademark energy to the NFL Honors and Tubi’s Super Bowl Live Show. She has collaborated with global brands such as Disney, Verizon, and Sephora, and her work has been featured in People, Marie Claire, The Hollywood Reporter, and Entertainment Tonight. With more than three million followers across social media, Taylen has become a standout figure at the intersection of fashion, media, and culture.

Representing the younger generation, Taylen Biggs—a 12-year-old fashion correspondent and media personality with over 3 million social media followers—spoke about her vision: “For me, fashion is not just about clothing. It is confidence, it is narrative, it is how you present yourself to the world. I want young people to understand that fashion is not just about what we wear, but about who we are and what we stand for. Fashion has become a tool for positive change.”

Having covered international fashion weeks, red carpets, and major cultural events, Taylen has earned recognition from designers, celebrities, and media alike for her sharp perspective and authentic voice. She added: “Our generation understands that creativity also means responsibility. What we wear and how we present ourselves are statements of identity and belief. Even at my age, I know fashion can spark conversations—about culture, family, and the meaning of life. Creativity is our superpower.”

The FICFF Foundation stated that appointing Taylen as Youth Ambassador not only recognizes her personal achievements but also affirms the importance of youth voices in shaping the future. Looking ahead, the foundation will continue to work with Taylen and other young leaders to build platforms for cross-cultural exchange and innovative practice, encouraging them to express their views creatively, respond to the challenges of the times with action, and deliver tangible results that bring meaningful impact to the world. FICFF believes that the younger generation is shaping the future in unprecedented ways—their voices, actions, and choices are driving industry innovation, advancing inclusivity, and injecting new energy into the global sustainable development agenda.