Youth Week WA 2026 Ambassadors
To appoint the Youth Week WA 2026 Ambassadors, the Department of Communities invited nominations from young people interested in promoting, leading, and advocating for Youth Week WA. The Department was impressed by the high quality and diverse applications received and would like to thank all the exceptional young people who showcased their interest in being a 2026 Ambassador.
The Youth Week WA 2026 Ambassadors are Maeson Harvey, Alessia Maio, Regina Ndossi and Joshua Patrick.
Get to know the Youth Week WA 2026 Ambassadors!
Maeson Harvey (he/they)
Maeson is a 25-year-old writer, editor, bookseller and youth advocate based in regional WA. They work across youth and mental health advocacy, drawing on lived experience to facilitate workshops, lead storytelling projects, and amplify young people’s voices. Through Maeson’s Soapbox, a travelling bookstore and creative space, they bring books, zines and youth opportunities to regional communities.
Maeson applied to be a Youth Week WA 2026 Ambassador to help strengthen youth voice across Western Australia and celebrate the power of storytelling as a tool for connection, representation and change.
Alessia Maio (she/her)
Alessia is a 24-year-old Paramedical Science student and Co-Chair of the Ministerial Youth Advisory Council. She is passionate about amplifying youth voices and advocating for issues affecting young people. Living with an incurable autoimmune disease, alongside her experience working in high schools across Perth, has given her a deep understanding of the challenges young people face. She volunteers across multiple organisations in healthcare, mental health, youth, and education.
Alessia applied to be a Youth Week WA 2026 Ambassador to show fellow young people that they should never be afraid to show up, stand up and use their voice for positive change.
Regina Ndossi (she/her)
Regina is a 22 year old Community Development Officer at the Town of Victoria Park, where she supports local groups and young people to feel connected, included and empowered in their communities.
Regina applied to be a Youth Week WA 2026 Ambassador because of her commitment to youth advocacy, community wellbeing and amplifying the voices of young people, especially those from marginalised backgrounds. She is driven by the belief that young people deserve to be heard and supported to shape their future.
Joshua Patrick (he/him)
Joshua is a 17-year-old young carer, advocate and youth leader from regional WA. From 2026 he hopes to study Medicine at UWA. A TEDx speaker and Community and Lions Youth of the Year winner, he has partnered with Carers Australia and the Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS), contributed to ministerial councils, and spoken at educational/youth conferences and panels. Widely consulted, Josh has engaged in two National Youth Summits, the ABC Trailblazers program and the Museum of Australian Democracy, using such opportunities to champion equality and inclusivity.
Josh applied to be a Youth Week WA 2026 Ambassador to help elevate marginalised youth voices and drive meaningful change across WA.
What does being a Youth Week WA Ambassador involve?
The Ambassador is a volunteer role which supports the planning and delivery of Youth Week WA by:
- promoting, supporting and helping to develop creative ways to involve more young people in Youth Week WA
- having input into events and strategies for Youth Week WA
- assessing Youth Week WA grant applications
- attending events during Youth Week WA
- taking part in social media and other campaigns
- being a public spokesperson for Youth Week WA in the media and at events.
Check out this video featuring the Ambassadors for Youth Week WA 2025 – Daisy Pilsworth, Emily Sullivan, Lissa Lee and Om Sharma – to get a taste of what the Ambassador role is all about.
Youth Week WA Ambassadors: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
If you have questions about the Ambassador position and application process, you might find the answers here. If you have a question that is not answered, you can send it to youngpeople@communities.wa.gov.au and a member of the Youth Team will respond to you as soon as possible.
When will applications for Ambassadors for Youth Week WA 2026 be open?
Show moreApplications to become an Ambassador for Youth Week WA 2026 closed at 11.59pm on Sunday 24 August 2025.
Are Ambassadors paid?
Show moreNo, the Ambassador is a volunteer position.
What is the time commitment?
Show moreIn the lead up to Youth Week WA 2026 (from appointment to February 2026) you will be required for an average of 1 to 2 hours a fortnight at most.
During March and April 2026, especially during the week of Youth Week WA itself, this will increase to most days per week (around 10-15 hours across the week) to attend, promote and participate in Youth Week WA events, take part in campaigns and speak in the media.
Are Ambassadors required to be available during the evenings or on the weekend?
Show moreThere is a requirement for you to be available on evenings and/or on the weekend to attend events and engagements during the week of Youth Week WA itself.
Are Ambassadors required to travel? And if so, do they cover the cost?
Show moreSome travel will be involved to undertake certain requirements for the role.
Required travel away from Perth, or to Perth for those residing regionally, will be funded by the Department of Communities in accordance with the allocated budget.
Can Ambassadors be supported by a support worker?
Show moreYes. The support worker will be required to provide a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check if engaging with children in the community as part of their support.
Are Ambassadors required to have a driver’s licence?
Show moreNo, a driver’s licence is not required for the Ambassador position.
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