Wyndham City is proud to announce Akash Surujpal as the One Wyndham recipient for June.
Akash is a proactive, encouraging role model and uses his volunteering skills to help those less fortunate in the local community which helps to create an inclusive Wyndham.
Akash is passionate about creating a positive impact in his community and about tackling critical issues such as food and grocery insecurity.
As the leader of the Heathdale Food Drive, last year Akash successfully surpassed the previous year's food donation collection for Food Bank Victoria and this in turn helped many people.
For the past six years, Akash has helped as a junior volunteer at Messy Church which has further developed his interpersonal skills and leaderships skills.
Wyndham City Mayor Cr Susan McIntyre said: "Akash has made a real difference in the Wyndham community by assisting others less fortunate. He is an outstanding role model and a leader in the community."
"Akash is a natural leader and shows empathy and consideration for others and is dedicated to volunteering to improve the situation and plight of others."
"Wyndham City thanks and appreciates the important contribution Akash makes to Wyndham and the wider community."
One Wyndham recipients are residents aged between 12 to 25 who positively contribute to the Wyndham community and are role models to other young people.
Each month Council selects a Wyndham resident to be awarded the 'Young Person of the Month'.
Winners are awarded a $300 gift voucher of their choice and other prizes.
