Eli Davern

ALT Text reads: Eli Davern, Wangaratta Youth Forum Eli Davern (he/him) is a former Youth Mayor of Albury and 2022 Young Citizen of the Year. He’s a passionate advocate for Albury’s young people, in particular mental health, LGBTQIA+ rights, and the urgent need for climate action. In 2022, Eli ran as the youngest federal election candidate in the seat of Farrer against Environment Minister, Sussan Ley, claiming the highest every vote in the electorate for the Greens. To the right of this text is a photo of Eli.

ALT Text reads: Mac Zamani, Wangaratta Youth Forum Mac Zamani (he/him) is an 18-year-old queer and disabled youth advocate, currently undertaking year 12. Outside of school he spends his spare time working alongside organisations to improve accessibility, inclusivity and outcomes for both LGBTIQA+ and disabled young people. He is passionate about making sure youth voices and perspectives are shared and valued, especially in regards to education. To the right of this text is a photo of Mac.

ALT Text reads: Tim Chan, Wangaratta Youth Forum Tim Chan (he/him) is an adult autistic non-speaker, with complex communication and high support needs. Tim uses an Augmentative and Alternative Communication method via partner assisted typing (PAT). With assiduous practice in PAT for engagement with the world, and the motivation to advocate for people without speech, Tim has graduated from mainstream high school to study at university, and engages in a number of advocacy organisations to work towards access, participation and inclusion for people with disability. To the right of this text is a photo of Tim.