Youth
Young artist shines light on hidden health crisis Paid Members Public
As a toddler Dayna Mattchewson was diagnosed with the painful chronic illness, Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), and spent much of her childhood navigating not just the physical toll of the condition, but also the misunderstanding and disbelief of those around her. Now, at the age of 20 she has stepped
Susanne Gervay OAM: The Storyteller Unites Us Paid Members Public
Storytelling as a search for meaning Susanne Gervay’s humble beginnings as the child of refugee parents escaping war and communism belie the strength of character that enabled them to survive and start a new life in Australia. Their experiences inspired Susanne from early in childhood to write not only
Justice through jobs: Empowering neurodivergent voices in the workforce Paid Members Public
Ancient wisdom, modern challenge: The case for inclusion A recent article by Skye Cusack devoted to Prof Scott Avery, who promotes inclusion for people with disability and First Nations Australians, features a stunning image of footprints left by a one-legged man near Lake Mungo (NSW) some 20,000 years ago.
Life lessons with ALLKND founder Milly Bannister - The importance of serious conversations Paid Members Public
We are increasingly recognising the importance of relationships and connection in fostering mental health. However, this is something that is easy to say but harder to put into practice. What does a real conversation between friends around mental health look like? Milly Bannister’s charity, ALLKND, aims to teach young
Writing, reading and giving back - R.A. Spratt's literacy advocacy Paid Members Public
R.A. Spratt has a knack for making young readers laugh, think and fall in love with stories. She has created beloved series, such as Friday Barnes, Girl Detective and The Adventures of Nanny Piggins. She is also the author of Epically Good Greek Myths (March 2025), which is based
Evolving together - Katrina Samios’ journey with the Financial Basics Foundation Paid Members Public
Katrina Samios’ journey with the Financial Basics Foundation started just two years after its inception. In 2004, she consulted with the charity and was inspired by a shared deep commitment to programs and initiatives that empower young people to be the best they can be. In 2011, she was appointed
Breaking barriers - Emma Kearney on and off the field Paid Members Public
As an AFLW premiership captain and the only player to be named an All-Australian every season since the competition’s inception, Emma Kearney has continually pushed boundaries. But her contributions extend far beyond the football field. As an ambassador for Ladder, a charity that supports young people to level the
