St Agnes Catholic High School Year 10 leaders heard first hand the personal stories from Australian refugees at the recent 2018 World Vision Youth Conference and have been inspired to be a part of the solution.
Held in the Luna Park Big Top, the Youth Conference drew together high school students from all over Sydney.
Students had the opportunity to hear from a number of guest speakers who shared their personal experiences of coming to Australia as a refugee and trying to start over.
The St Agnes leaders were moved by the stories of hardship encountered by so many throughout the world.
They learnt first hand about the issues involved in being a refugee and were encouraged to become part of the solution.
A highlight of the day was the opportunity to work with peers who also share their desire for a more just world.
One of the main goals of the Youth Conference was to empower the youth leaders to promote and run the 40 hour Famine Backpack Challenge to be held 17-19 August.
St Agnes’ School Captains, Vanie Barcelon, was inspired by the conference.
“Being in a room filled with 1000 passionate students from different schools was truly amazing.,’’ she said.
I am now willing to share my story with others and create a movement together.
Fellow School Captain Jonathan Israel, also found the day to be a remarkable experience for both the student leaders and the World Vision Coordinators.
Jonathan, Vanie and the other Year 10 Leaders are looking forward to seeing their school community embrace the World Vision Backpack Challenge later this year.
St Agnes Catholic High School Rooty Hill
www.stagnesrootyhill.catholic.edu.au
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