Our People

What makes you passionate about the area you work in?

I am interested in the way we collaborate with young people to tell stories – to governments and each other. Good policy making is a dialogue – a creative space for conversation and change.

Why do you like working with young people?

Young people have the power to shape the future of Australia. I am passionate about ensuring they have equal access to opportunities and empowering individuals, families, and communities to thrive. By fostering young leadership roles and support systems, we can create a positive impact that resonates throughout society.

Why do you like working with young people?

Young people from refugee communities play an imperative role in the future of policy making. It is important to provide young people with a platform to be heard in order to spark meaningful conversations and collaboration – shaping future policy.

Why do you like working with young people?

My greatest passion is building genuine, lasting connections with young people from all walks of life, and being a dependable, supportive presence as they navigate life’s challenges and opportunities.

Why do you like working with young people?

I love working with young people because they challenge me to think beyond the status quo.

Lina Ishu is a Youth Program Team Leader for one of Australia’s leading organisations for the treatment and rehabilitation of torture and trauma survivors.

Annie Harvey is a Social Change Leader with extensive community service experience.

Veronica Gordon is a Project Coordinator with over 10 year’s experience in the Community Services industry fulfilling numerous youth and community work roles, in the local government and non government space.

Naz Sharifi is a proud Hazara-Australian woman currently working in corporate law.

Bei Wang is a Senior Project Officer with over 10 year’s experience in Social Work, Policy and Community Development.

Matina Sarris is senior executive with global experience across APAC, Europe, and the UK, known for driving business transformation, improving profitability and sustainability, and delivering innovative leadership to advance diverse organisational goals.

Valentina Angelovska is the CEO of 2Connect, a leading not-for-profit providing youth and community services in the South East Sydney region.