In issues of injustice and disparities, young people are often celebrated for their zeal yet ironically left in the shadows when it comes to fair compensation for their work and advocacy efforts. Youth, especially from under-served and marginalised communities work tirelessly to champion the cause of equity and rights in field of Adolescent and Youth Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (AYSRHR). How can the AYSRHR field evolve to better compensate youth for their invaluable time?