Ministers statements: Victorian Youth Congress
Natalie SULEYMAN (St Albans – Minister for Veterans, Minister for Small Business, Minister for Youth) (14:24): I rise today to update the house on the next generation of Victoria’s leaders. As Minister for Youth, I am so proud of the work that we do to support young women. Just last week we appointed our new Victorian Youth Congress, and congratulations to all the new congress members, of which more than half are women, much like the Andrews Labor government’s cabinet, which is 64 per cent women. Meeting with Yannee, a congress member, we talked about her experiences as a UN youth delegate and a pharmacy student working at Western Health in none other than the electorate of St Albans. I am confident that all members of the congress will make a positive contribution.
I am very proud to be part of a government giving young women a seat at the table on decisions that matter to them. The Andrews government’s youth strategy, Our Promise, Your Future, will deliver better outcomes for young people on employment, civic participation, health and wellbeing and so much more. I look forward to working with the congress to create a diverse, equal and respectful future for young women here in Victoria. Happy International Women’s Day to you all.