Revesby Workers Celebrates Young Voices Through Whitlam Institute

Revesby Workers Celebrates Young Voices Through Whitlam Institute

Revesby Workers’ Club is thrilled to celebrate the achievements of young Australians through the Whitlam Institute’s What Matters? Writing Competition, which this year saw a record-breaking 6,500 entries from 813 schools. The competition gives students a platform to reflect on the issues that matter most to them, share their stories, and have their voices heard.

This year’s winner, Lakiah Chatfield from Coonabarabran High School, is a proud Gamilaraay young woman whose essay explored identity, culture, and the importance of genuine respect through Acknowledgment of Country. Lilyana Watson from Hurlstone Agricultural High School was also recognised with the prestigious Graham Freudenberg Award for her outstanding contribution.

Revesby Workers recently contributed $80,000 to support the Whitlam Institute’s work in civic and citizenship education, helping young people engage with their communities and develop the skills to shape Australia’s future. By supporting programs like What Matters?, the Club is proud to invest in opportunities for students to reflect, question, and express themselves — nurturing the leaders and changemakers of tomorrow.