22 October 2018

St Mary’s College student and Gunnedah Youth Council (GYC) member, Hugh Hunter, is representing the Tamworth electorate at the Children’s Week Parliament in Sydney today (Monday, 22 October).

Children’s Week Parliament brings together 93 children across the state in years 7 to 10 and provides a platform for them to share their passions and experiences in a parliamentary format.

Hugh is presenting a short speech on young people having a voice in the Legislative Assembly Chamber in front of Members of Parliament. The speech will be filmed and sent to his local MP, Member for Tamworth Kevin Anderson, after the event.

Gunnedah Shire Council Youth Development Officer Sewa Emojong said she was very proud to have a Gunnedah youth selected to represent the electorate.

“One of the most satisfying parts of my role is to be able to support the youth in our Shire in pursuing opportunities that will enhance their life path and skills,” Ms Emojong said.

“Hugh is a very intelligent young man with an interest in politics and the environment, and it was through his involvement with the GYC that he had the opportunity to attend the Children’s Week Parliament.”

Hugh was also part of a three person team from GYC that attended Youth Leading the World facilitator training and is in the process of planning a congress to be held in November.

Ms Emojong said Hugh will come back to Gunnedah with more knowledge about how Australian politics operate.

“The delegates receive training in parliamentary processes and etiquette, and get a chance to engage with some sitting Members of Parliament. It is a great opportunity for Hugh.”

Photo: Hugh Hunter is representing the Tamworth electorate at the Children’s Week Parliament in Sydney. Pictured left to right: GYC members Hugh Hunter, Aidan R de Luzuriaga and Bodie Crawford during the Youth Leading the World facilitator training.

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