National Youth Leadership Council

Roots & Shoots Australia

What is the NYLC? 

Our Roots & Shoots National Youth Leadership Council (NYLC) is made up of a passionate group of young people from around Australia who are dedicated to making positive change happen for people, animals, and the environment. Members of the NYLC are the youth voice of R&S Australia and work hard to support the organization’s success. They are provided with fun and comprehensive training and opportunities to mentor Roots & Shoots members and represent Roots & Shoots at events. Members gain access to influential leaders and networks that will help them grow their leadership capabilities.

Our 2018 Application process has just finished and we will be announcing our 2018 leadership team shortly.   If you are interested in NYLC or becoming a leader in 2019, please click here to learn more and to submit an expression of interest.

Meet Our Youth Leaders

Asha – QLD

Asha – QLD

“It is so inspiring to able to aid other youth in their endeavours to make their world a better place. I’m so privileged to be able to be part of an organisation that allows me to do this with so many different people at so many different age groups in so many different communities”

Bec – QLD

Bec – QLD

“Dr Jane Goodall has paved the way for an aspiring female conservation scientist. She has indisputably made the world a better place by defying barriers and making invaluable contributions to conservation. I am proud to contribute to the Jane Goodall Institute.”

Becky – NSW

Becky – NSW

“We have the power to make a difference every single day – from what we wear, to what we eat, to how we interact with others. Kindness is magic.”

Ella – VIC

Ella – VIC

“Our generation can’t afford to stay silent – we need to fight to preserve our planet, following in the footsteps of inspirational people like Jane Goodall who won’t take no for an answer when it comes to the things that matter most.”

Emily – SA

Emily – SA

“This world is our home, our responsibility. I would hate if it turned into a place were we had to always swim in pools instead of clean seas, climb plastic playgrounds instead of the wild, tall trees, look up to a screen instead of bright shimmering stars, and only get to see animals through security glass. Let’s maintain what we have, besides we can’t all move to Mars.”

Glenn – VIC

Glenn – VIC

“Young people bring enthusiasm and fresh ideas that can encourage community engagement, improve our sustainable practices and change our impact in this world for the better.”

Lisa – WA

Lisa – WA

“This generation of young people brings with it a new outlook and new ideas to combat some of the most complex environmental issues facing the Earth today.”

Madeline – TAS

Madeline – TAS

“It’s a second nature to protect and defend land, water, animals, and human rights. Our planet needs us more than ever, and it’s so great to see so many young people coming together to make real change.”

Mary – NSW

Mary – NSW

“As young people, we will be tomorrow’s scientists, legislators and advocates who will tackle the environmental issues our world will face in our lifetime. And following in the footsteps of amazing role models like Dr Jane, young people have the power to take our future into our own hands and create a better future for people, wildlife and the environment. “

Maya – NSW

Maya – NSW

“Education is the driving force which will change our attitudes about the world around us, and it is the youth of today who must foster the crucial relationship between people and the natural world. As Dr Jane said: Only if we understand can we care; only if we care will we help; only if we help shall they be saved.”

Shannon – NSW

Shannon – NSW

“As Jane Goodall says, ‘What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make’. I am for the wild and for conservation that’s my decision.”

Sophie – WA

Sophie – WA

“Dr Jane is an incredibly inspirational woman. I am extremely proud to be an ambassador for The Jane Goodall Institute and I feel privileged to walk in some of Dr Jane’s footsteps.”

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