Kurdish refugee and Marsden State High School student Fatemeh Faili wants others to follow her lead by becoming a member of the Logan Youth Action Group.
“It’s about making a change in Logan,” she said.
“Networking is an important way to expand your social connections and create new opportunities for one to pursue.”
Applications for this year’s group close February 19, and offer a platform, and a voice, for young people who are passionate about their city.
Miss Faili said she has her future sights set on studying medicine, where she hopes to specialise in neurosurgery.
However her current refugee status leaves her unable to access financial support for university, such as scholarships.
Within the action group, she wanted to open connections and open doors.
She took her passion for education last year and used it with her fellow members to improve information platforms for students.
This year, she hopes to join the group’s environmental team to help expand online resources that other members have been developing.
“These bright young people work hard throughout the year to turn ideas they have into exciting community projects in areas like education and employment, mental health, community safety and environmental sustainability,” Cr Laurie Koranski said of the council initiative.
She said by being part of the group, “You will be able to gain experience for your resume, meet with like-minded youth, develop leadership skills and build valuable connections and community networks.”
LYAG is open to people aged 14-24 who live, work or study in the City of Logan and are passionate about making a positive difference in the local community.
