2015 Mitchell Youth Leadership Forum
The Federal Member for Mitchell, the Hon Alex Hawke MP, together with Miss Ronie Quinn, Chief Executive Officer, hosted 160 local students at the Mitchell Youth Leadership Forum at Vision Valley from the 8th – 10th October 2015.
“The Mitchell Youth Leadership Forum was an amazing success with 160 students from 15 local high schools involved – the Forum is a significant opportunity for the students to be inspired and encouraged for their future potential in the lead up to their final year of school.
“I pay tribute to the Principals for without their strong support the Mitchell Youth Leadership Forum would not be as successful as it is each year, said Alex Hawke.
"I was so impressed with the enthusiasm, energy and commitment of the students and leaders who attended the Mitchell Youth Leadership Forum this year. I can't wait to see the impact they have both on their schools and in the wider community. It is such an honour to be able to impact the lives of these amazing young people, said Ronie Quinn, CEO of Mitchell Youth Leadership Forum.
The Mitchell Youth Leadership Forum is in its 14th year, having started in 2002. It is a 2½ day live-in program for Year 11 students, based on the values of integrity, service and courage. The program consists of inspirational speakers, team building activities, a community service project and time for small group discussions.
This year’s community service was at our local Anglican Retirement Village at Castle Hill where students met with elderly residents and worked to complete jobs for them including gardening and car washing, while other students entertained residents by singing and accompanying instruments.
“The community service project is a great opportunity for students to exemplify the value of service during this part of the Forum, said Alex Hawke.
“We would like to thank our valued sponsors; our major sponsor, Nature's Sunshine Australia, and sponsors; Parker Hannifin and PwC for their continuing commitment to the future of our student leaders.
“I would also like to thank Shelton’s Meats, Smiling Bakery, North West Growers and Eddie Law of LSK Plastics, for their community support to the Mitchell Youth Leadership Forum.
“The continuing sponsorship from these businesses is integral to the success of the Mitchell Youth Leadership Forum,” concluded Alex Hawke.
For further information on the Mitchell Youth Leadership Forum visit www.mitchellylf.org.au