Youth Parliament Program

Published 6th January 2025
During 2024, we sponsored 4 local young people to attend the Youth Parliament Program, supporting their interest in leadership and politics.

These young people were Supreet Jaiswara, Emily Parsons, Tanishvel Manivel and Harshdeep Mehla.

Held in Parliament House, the program re-enacts the parliamentary process. It gives young people aged 16-25 a chance to be heard at the highest levels of State Government on a wide range of issues relevant to young people’s lives. Participants receive training in public speaking and leadership at residential camps, as they research the issues they’re passionate about.

Learn more about the Youth Parliament Program

Tanish's experience

Local resident, Tanish, wearing a traditional wig of the Speaker of the House of Representatives in Parliament House.

17-year-old Tanish is a local resident and member of our Youth Advisory Committee.

Tanish described his experience in the Youth Parliament Program as 'enlightening and empowering', helping to build his confidence, develop new skills and broaden his horizons.

Congratulations Tanish on this great achievement!

Read Tanish's recap of his experience