Youth Network

2026-27 Youth Council Members

MYAN’s 2026-27 Youth Council comprises of 12 young leaders representing all states and territories across Australia. They draw upon their lived experience, professional expertise and local knowledge to inform and shape MYAN’s strategic development, policy advocacy and youth engagement strategies.

Adam Choong - VIC

Adam is a final year data science student at Monash University, pursuing a Bachelor Applied Data Science (Honurs) degree with a passion for driving equitable employment outcomes with technology and artificial intelligence. For his efforts and expertise in these areas, he was recognised by the Australian Financial Review and Quantium as a Top 100 Future Leader in 2026. With a history of collaborating with and contributing to nonprofit organisations and social enterprises focused on delivering education and economic empowerment to migrants and refugees, Adam aims to promote policies and initiatives that increase education accessibility and employability to multicultural communities. Adam was inspired by his experiences abroad while studying at the National University of Singapore with the support of the Westpac Asian Exchange Scholarship in 2024 to pursue these missions, having been exposed to both ends of the spectrum of technology accessibility throughout Asia and its impacts on educational and employability outcomes.

Duc Anh (Adam) Nguyen - NSW

Duc Anh Nguyen (he/him) is a Vietnamese-Australian medical student, youth advocate and emerging policy leader living in Armidale, regional NSW. Growing up in Greater Western Sydney and now studying medicine in a regional community, Duc Anh cares deeply about how racism, class, migration, education and health shape the lives of multicultural young people. He is particularly interested in racism in schools, education equity, migrant mental health, health equity and youth leadership. Across his work in peer support, teaching, medical student advocacy, LGBTQIASB+ advocacy and national student engagement, Duc Anh has contributed to building safer, more inclusive and more empowering spaces for young people and future health professionals. He served as Queer Advocacy Chair for the Australian Medical Students’ Association, is a member of the Federal AMA LGBTQIASB+ Working Group, and is Convenor of the AMSA Rural Health Summit 2026. He is passionate about supporting multicultural young people to build confidence, understand power, access opportunity and advocate for themselves and their communities.

Konan Masuda - NSW

Konan is a youth advocate working at the intersection of civic participation, public policy, and digital governance. As a second-year Electrical Engineering and Materials Science student at UNSW, he is particularly interested in how technology, regulation, and media systems shape the lives of young people.

Having migrated from Japan, Konan spent eight years living in Tasmania, an experience that shaped his perspective on regional communities and youth settlement. He is passionate about supporting young people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, with a focus on improving settlement experiences in regional areas and ensuring they feel seen, heard, and supported.

Outside of his work, Konan loves volleyball and is always keen for a game whenever the opportunity arises.

Mirza Ahmed - TAS

I am a passionate advocate for multicultural youth empowerment, with experience in leadership, community engagement, and governance. As a Non-Executive Board Member at Multicultural Youth Tasmania (MYT), I have actively contributed to initiatives that uplift young people from diverse backgrounds. My work focuses on fostering inclusive opportunities, strengthening youth participation, and creating meaningful social impact. With a background in information technology and community leadership, I combine technical expertise with a strong commitment to advocacy. I have played a key role in projects that promote digital literacy, accessibility, and equitable resource distribution for young people. Through my involvement with MYT and other community organizations, I am dedicated to building supportive spaces where multicultural youth feel empowered, valued, and equipped to achieve their goals.

Muhammad Kamal Chohan - NT

Kamal is a Business Support Officer at Melaleuca, helping ensure the smooth day-to-day operations of Multicultural Youth Northern Territory (MyNT). He supports administration, events and coordination tasks, helping across teams to keep processes organised and efficient. Previously, he worked with Charles Darwin University as an Events Officer. Passionate about creating positive and meaningful impact, Kamal is driven by a desire to make Darwin a better place for people, support those in need and contribute to a stronger, more connected community. He is also passionate about sports, with badminton, table tennis, cricket, and football being both therapeutic and a source of happiness for him. Kamal believes every person is unique and values the opportunity to learn from everyone he meets. 

He currently serves as Chairman of the Multicultural Youth Council NT and has been actively volunteering with Kindness Shake for the past two years. Kamal aspires to one day become a CEO or Chair of a major community-focused organisation and to build a successful business that improves people’s lives.  Committed to community service and youth empowerment, Kamal was a Finalist for Study NT International Student of the Year 2025 and Chief Minister Volunteer of the Year 2025 and is a Study NT Student Ambassador 2025 and CDU Student Ambassador 2025.

Mwangaza Milunga - SA

Mwangaza Milunga is the Program Manager at Mentoring, Coaching & Counselling (MCC),
where she leads the design of culturally responsive programs for African diaspora and CALDyouth in South Australia. She notably redesigned the government-funded Village Program,now implemented in over 10 schools to improve student wellbeing and community connection.Her innovative contributions include co-developing anti-racism frameworks and creating the Sauti app to dismantle language barriers for underrepresented communities. Beyond her professional role, Milunga is the Co-Founder of the Sister Tribe Women’s Empowerment Initiative and a dedicated volunteer with the Australian Refugee Association. Recognised as the 2026 Young Citizen of the Year and one of the Young Women to Watch in International Affairs, she actively shapes policy in areas such as foreign affairs, national security, and trade. Her career is defined by a commitment to inclusive education and community-led approaches to systemic change.

Nazeera Juma Khan - VIC

Nazeera is a dedicated Youth Work and Youth Studies student at RMIT University with a strong passion for supporting young people from migrant and refugee backgrounds. She has completed a Diploma in Youth Work, and is currently further developing her skills through her degree. Nazeera also volunteers with the Centre for Multicultural Youth (CMY) through the Ucan2 program, where she supports young people in schools and TAFE settings to navigate education, wellbeing, and future pathways.

As someone from an Afghan background, Nazeera is particularly interested in youth mental health, education pathways, and promoting social inclusion for culturally diverse communities. With able to communicate in different languages in Urdu, Dari and Hindi, she brings a culturally responsive and inclusive approach to her work.

Oliver Lim - WA

Ollie has lived with a rare and genetic chronic health condition NRAS & Lupus since he was 18 months old. A strong advocate for youth living with disability, Ollie has raised over $100,000 for Telethon as the Little Telethon Star 2021. He also supports various causes, including MSK, Arthritis, and Osteoporosis WA, and has advocated against funding cuts with the Youth Disability Advocacy Network. As a City of Melville Youth Advisory Committee member, he secured a grant for community inclusion workshops for young people. Ollie has participated in research on pain management for young people with Curtin University and The University of South Australia. He has been a finalist for multiple awards, most recently, The YACWA – Young Person of the Year 2024.

Ruba Nazzal - ACT

Ruba is a youth advocate who believes deeply in the power of young people’s perspectives when it comes to decision-making and problem-solving. A recent graduate of engineering in renewable energy systems, she’s driven by a commitment to climate justice and how young people can lead meaningful change for a fairer and safer future.

Ruba works to ensure that youth voices are included and genuinely heard especially on issues that directly impact their futures. As a Palestinian living in the diaspora, her identity shapes both her advocacy and her sense of purpose.

Sajal Kaushik - QLD

Sajal Kaushik is a public health student and emerging youth leader based in Brisbane, with a strong interest in multicultural health, mental health, health equity, and community-led initiatives. She is passionate about amplifying the voices of young people from migrant and refugee backgrounds and addressing systemic barriers that impact their health and wellbeing.

Sajal currently serves as a Youth Advisory Group Member with the Multicultural Youth Advocacy Network Australia (MYAN) and as a Convener within the leadership team of the Youth Ethnic Network. She also volunteers to support international students and new public health students, helping them navigate academic and social systems. Her work is driven by a commitment to culturally responsive health promotion and meaningful youth engagement, with a focus on creating inclusive systems that empower diverse communities.

Soune Htalt Htalt Nin - QLD

Originating from the Karen ethnic group of Myanmar and Thailand, Soune immigrated to Australia as a refugee in 2011. She is currently in her second year of a Bachelor of Business and Psychology and is passionate about raising mental health awareness among young
people and refugee communities. Soune is a member of Youth Voice, a youth-led advocacy initiative, where she actively
contributes to empowering young people and amplifying their voices. She has gained valuable experience as a panelist at the 2025 Adolescent Health and Wellbeing event and as a
presenter at 2026 A Culture of Care: Multicultural Health Symposium, offering meaningful perspectives on refugee health care, informed by her own journey and lived experiences growing up in Australia.
In addition, Soune has worked with QPASST, participating as a consultant in a mental health awareness video as well as co-facilitating a mental health workshop for young people.

Sumaiya Shahreen - TAS

I am passionate about advancing employment opportunities and improving youth settlement outcomes in Australia. With experience in community services and migrant engagement, I focus on helping young people, especially from diverse backgrounds to overcome barriers to employment and build meaningful careers. I am committed to strengthening pathways between education and work, recognising their importance in fostering independence and belonging. I am particularly interested in addressing regional and metropolitan disparities, advocating for inclusive opportunities and youth-led initiatives that support economic growth while empowering young people to actively contribute to their communities.