The 17-year-old is passionate, driven, and upfront about what matters. Josie lives with disability, but she has scaled mountains to grow her leadership qualities.
"I have trouble with reading and a long list of other things. Just because someone looks normal, there's more to them underneath – and I am passionate about that."
Josie enjoys the range of projects the committee is involved in and having a say in Council plans. On the youth committee she is known for her honesty and getting straight to the point. She loves being in a room of young people brainstorming ideas. "To see how much the younger generation can bring to the table about topics they're concerned about is really interesting."
Last year was tough for Josie as she dealt with a range of hard-hitting personal issues.
"I have always found a way to make my voice clear and joined the youth committee to help others who might struggle with that – to help them get what they think is important out there."
Planning social events was a top task for the youth committee this year. Thanks to help from our youth officers and NSW Government funding, nine events have taken place so far this year.
"Coming out of Covid no one wanted to socialise which was a real problem. That's where we focussed on creating more youth events to give people a reason to get out." Josie encouraged others aged 12-24 to consider joining the youth committee.
"It has been empowering and supportive. I have learnt so many new skills that relate to any career."
