Shout Out Youth Speakers Australia

Sara Terry is EVERYTHING. Sara is a passionate young Noongar woman whose purpose is to provide a strong and proud voice to those in need in order to bridge the gap in our community. Sara is looking forward to beginning her study journey with Aboriginal Studies at Curtin University early 2019. Sara is extremely invested in the growth and progression of Aboriginal communities, and believes that her own education and growth is the foundation for leading the way for other young people. The Shout Out Speakers’ Podcast celebrates the voices of all young people in Australia. Our simple aim is to inspire hope in anyone who listens to our unique stories about courage, resilience, creativity and more! Our agency is run through the Youth Affairs Council of Western Australia, and you can book us for your next school assembly, conference or community event at www.yacwa.org.au/shoutout/. The stories in this podcast were written, prepared and recorded by young people in Perth, Western Australia, after two days’ of leadership and public speaking training in 2018. Podcast produced by Taku Mbudzi and Josh Martin in Melbourne and Percy Kalino in Perth. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/shout-out-youth-speakers-australia/message

Ishwaren Caroopanen is the quintessential islander. Hailing from Mauritius, he is currently completing his Electrical Engineering degree, which he believes, spices up his personality. Using his compelling experiences and small victories at life, he speaks about the need to overcome stigmas/stereotypes and conveys his passion for young people. Point to be noted, he is equally passionate and euphoric about food. The Shout Out Speakers’ Podcast celebrates the voices of all young people in Australia. Our simple aim is to inspire hope in anyone who listens to our unique stories about courage, resilience, creativity and more! Our agency is run through the Youth Affairs Council of Western Australia, and you can book us for your next school assembly, conference or community event at www.yacwa.org.au/shoutout/. The stories in this podcast were written, prepared and recorded by young people in Perth, Western Australia, after two days’ of leadership and public speaking training in 2018. Podcast produced by Taku Mbudzi and Josh Martin in Melbourne and Percy Kalino in Perth. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/shout-out-youth-speakers-australia/message

Michael Moore is a creator. Michael is currently studying at Cyril Jackson Senior Campus and is passionate about making the world a better place through peace, harmony and human rights. Michael believes that stronger communities can be built through story sharing. He shares his story of the journey he and his family took from Liberia to Australia to empower other young people to always keep hopeful and be resilient against social issues they face. The Shout Out Speakers’ Podcast celebrates the voices of all young people in Australia. Our simple aim is to inspire hope in anyone who listens to our unique stories about courage, resilience, creativity and more! Our agency is run through the Youth Affairs Council of Western Australia, and you can book us for your next school assembly, conference or community event at www.yacwa.org.au/shoutout/. The stories in this podcast were written, prepared and recorded by young people in Perth, Western Australia, after two days’ of leadership and public speaking training in 2018. Podcast produced by Taku Mbudzi and Josh Martin in Melbourne and Percy Kalino in Perth. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/shout-out-youth-speakers-australia/message

Zahra Al Hilaly is an advocate. As a young Muslim woman living in the 21st century, Zahra believes her voice is powerful. Zahra is also an advocate for the resilience of young people against drug and alcohol abuse, peer pressure and bullying. With her experience speaking at the National States Constitutional Convention in Canberra, Zahra hopes to be a voice for those who have been mistreated because of their racial background, religious background or gender. The Shout Out Speakers’ Podcast celebrates the voices of all young people in Australia. Our simple aim is to inspire hope in anyone who listens to our unique stories about courage, resilience, creativity and more! Our agency is run through the Youth Affairs Council of Western Australia, and you can book us for your next school assembly, conference or community event at www.yacwa.org.au/shoutout/. The stories in this podcast were written, prepared and recorded by young people in Perth, Western Australia, after two days’ of leadership and public speaking training in 2018. Podcast produced by Taku Mbudzi and Josh Martin in Melbourne and Percy Kalino in Perth. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/shout-out-youth-speakers-australia/message

David Mugisha is a dreamer. Originally from the Democratic republic of Congo, David fled violence to seek safety for himself and his family. Since arriving in Australia David has been spending his time volunteering for organizations such as the City of Cockburn Youth Centre, United Nations Youth WA and the Leeuwin Career Challenge while studying full time at North Lake Senior Campus. David hopes to be a champion to other young people, to motivate them to appreciate their opportunities and to live a fulfilled life. David also hopes to study International relations with a dream of becoming a diplomat. The Shout Out Speakers’ Podcast celebrates the voices of all young people in Australia. Our simple aim is to inspire hope in anyone who listens to our unique stories about courage, resilience, creativity and more! Our agency is run through the Youth Affairs Council of Western Australia, and you can book us for your next school assembly, conference or community event at www.yacwa.org.au/shoutout/. The stories in this podcast were written, prepared and recorded by young people in Perth, Western Australia, after two days’ of leadership and public speaking training in 2018. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/shout-out-youth-speakers-australia/message

Wynston Shovellor is a leader. Coming all the way from West Kimberley region, Wynston is passionate about communities and raising concerns affecting Indigenous communities such as the high suicide rate amongst Indigenous young people, domestic violence, discrimination and drug and alcohol abuse. Wynston has been involved with Future Leaders of the Pacific and National Indigenous Youth Parliament to advocate for these issues. Wynston continues to advocate tirelessly for the partnership of traditional Aboriginal culture and the western science to shade a light on the issues young Indigenous people face. The Shout Out Speakers’ Podcast celebrates the voices of all young people in Australia. Our simple aim is to inspire hope in anyone who listens to our unique stories about courage, resilience, creativity and more! Our agency is run through the Youth Affairs Council of Western Australia, and you can book us for your next school assembly, conference or community event at www.yacwa.org.au/shoutout/. The stories in this podcast were written, prepared and recorded by young people in Perth, Western Australia, after two days’ of leadership and public speaking training in 2018. Podcast produced by Taku Mbudzi and Josh Martin in Melbourne and Percy Kalino in Perth. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/shout-out-youth-speakers-australia/message

Taylah Hedlam is a storyteller. Taylah has recently graduated from the West Australian Academy of Performing Arts. With her experience performing in front of big crowds her fire has always been telling stories of various characters on stage. Away from performing characters, Taylah is also passionate about telling her own story and being a voice for young people and issues they face. She is also on a mission of raising awareness of taboo topics with Indigenous women. Taylah wants want to create a safe space for Indigenous women to be able to openly talk about sexual health including heavy topics such as miscarriage. The Shout Out Speakers’ Podcast celebrates the voices of all young people in Australia. Our simple aim is to inspire hope in anyone who listens to our unique stories about courage, resilience, creativity and more! Our agency is run through the Youth Affairs Council of Western Australia, and you can book us for your next school assembly, conference or community event at www.yacwa.org.au/shoutout/. The stories in this podcast were written, prepared and recorded by young people in Perth, Western Australia, after two days’ of leadership and public speaking training in 2018. Podcast produced by Taku Mbudzi and Josh Martin in Melbourne and Percy Kalino in Perth. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/shout-out-youth-speakers-australia/message

Patrick Gunasekera is an emerging multidisciplinary artist who works in theatre, performance, creative writing and visual arts. Patrick is driven to make work which fosters empathy and reflection in his audience, particularly as these relate to working towards justice for marginalised citizens. Patrick also volunteers in peer support work to foster resilience, wellbeing and sense of belonging and citizenship in young people, and he identifies as queer and disabled. The Shout Out Speakers’ Podcast celebrates the voices of all young people in Australia. Our simple aim is to inspire hope in anyone who listens to our unique stories about courage, resilience, creativity and more! Our agency is run through the Youth Affairs Council of Western Australia, and you can book us for your next school assembly, conference or community event at www.yacwa.org.au/shoutout/. The stories in this podcast were written, prepared and recorded by young people in Perth, Western Australia, after two days’ of leadership and public speaking training in 2018. Podcast produced by Taku Mbudzi and Josh Martin in Melbourne and Percy Kalino in Perth. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/shout-out-youth-speakers-australia/message

Margaret Phillips is a visionary. As a former refugee from Liberia, Margaret wants to share her experience with young people. As a Youth Worker, she is passionate about empowering young people to talk about issues that affect them. Margaret wants to open dialogs on issues such as mental health, domestic violence and positive body image in the African community. She also wants to continue advocating on behalf of other young people whose energy she believes is constantly misrepresented by the media. The Shout Out Speakers’ Podcast celebrates the voices of all young people in Australia. Our simple aim is to inspire hope in anyone who listens to our unique stories about courage, resilience, creativity and more! Our agency is run through the Youth Affairs Council of Western Australia, and you can book us for your next school assembly, conference or community event at www.yacwa.org.au/shoutout/. The stories in this podcast were written, prepared and recorded by young people in Perth, Western Australia, after two days’ of leadership and public speaking training in 2018. Podcast produced by Taku Mbudzi and Josh Martin in Melbourne and Percy Kalino in Perth. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/shout-out-youth-speakers-australia/message

Collin Wiyoto is a language and theatre enthusiast. Indonesian, Javanese, English, French, Spanish, Italian and Mandarin are some of the languages Collin is passionate about. Collin believes that languages open a whole world to a different culture, new perspective and new ways of experiencing the world. Collin is also passionate about using language and performing arts to empower young people to embrace their diversity, develop inclusivity and proud of their own unique identity to reach their full potential and contribute to their communities. The Shout Out Speakers’ Podcast celebrates the voices of all young people in Australia. Our simple aim is to inspire hope in anyone who listens to our unique stories about courage, resilience, creativity and more! Our agency is run through the Youth Affairs Council of Western Australia, and you can book us for your next school assembly, conference or community event at www.yacwa.org.au/shoutout/. The stories in this podcast were written, prepared and recorded by young people in Perth, Western Australia, after two days’ of leadership and public speaking training in 2018. Podcast produced by Taku Mbudzi and Josh Martin in Melbourne and Percy Kalino in Perth. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/shout-out-youth-speakers-australia/message

Abdul Rahman Hamid is a dreamer but believes he’s not the only one. He is passionate about empowering young people to find their sense of identity and belonging to our community. He is a leader in his own community and believes respect and understanding is the key to a more cohesive society. Living overseas before moving back to Australia has given him exposure to diverse communities, which has lead to a better understanding of various cultures. He currently engages and volunteers with different local and national organisations while studying full time at UWA. Abdul is also a foodie and hopes to one day open a restaurant that serves food of all cultures, For now, he enjoys cooking to bring family and friends together. The Shout Out Speakers’ Podcast celebrates the voices of all young people in Australia. Our simple aim is to inspire hope in anyone who listens to our unique stories about courage, resilience, creativity and more! Our agency is run through the Youth Affairs Council of Western Australia, and you can book us for your next school assembly, conference or community event at www.yacwa.org.au/shoutout/. The stories in this podcast were written, prepared and recorded by young people in Perth, Western Australia, after two days’ of leadership and public speaking training in 2018. Podcast produced by Taku Mbudzi and Josh Martin in Melbourne and Percy Kalino in Perth. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/shout-out-youth-speakers-australia/message

Habiba Asim is a change maker. Growing up a female Pakistani Muslim is an identity Habiba is very proud of. The role the media plays in depicting stereotypes of her community is an issue Habiba faces head on in everything she does. Habiba has a strong leadership experience in raising awareness of issues such as domestic violence, extremism, racism and discrimination in partnership with other young leaders in the community and Non-for-profit organizations. Habiba has also been working as a sexual health peer educator with the Youth Educating Peers project creating safe spaces for young people to talk about topics considered taboo in different communities. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/shout-out-youth-speakers-australia/message

Welcome to the Shout Out Speakers’ Podcast, a podcast celebrating the voices of all young people in Australia. We’re public speakers aged 17-25 and we speak about all the issues that affect us and our communities. We'd like to begin by acknowledging the Traditional Owners of the land on which we meet and speak today. We would also like to pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. Shaun Nannup is a leader of reconciliation from Western Australia. His purpose in life is to connect people through his stories and we invited him to perform the welcome to country when we recorded our stories in Perth. Connect with Shaun at: http://www.wisdominyourlife.com.au. Our agency is run through the Youth Affairs Council of Western Australia, and you can book us for your next school assembly, conference or community event at https://www.yacwa.org.au/shout-out/. Thanks for listening! Podcast produced in 2018 by Taku Mbudzi and Josh Martin in Melbourne and Percy Kalino in Perth. Music credits: Beachclub by Michett, Enthusiast by Tours --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/shout-out-youth-speakers-australia/message