MEET THE SHOUT OUT BLOGGERS

TAMKIN ESSA

Tamkin is an outgoing journalism and international relations student, who works part-time and still manages to carry the prestigious title of ‘Full-Time Afghan Extraordinaire’.
She has an admirable passion for human rights, helping others and a projectable voice that does not go unheard.
In her spare time, she enjoys nothing more than being an Aunty and a good role model for others.

ALI-RAZA YUSAFZAI

Ali-Raza is from Pakistan and since arriving in Australia has volunteered his time to a number of worthy causes. He is a young leader and passionate advocate for inclusion and acceptance, often sharing his eye-opening experience of seeking asylum within the Australian community. Ali has a keen interest in photography and is never far from his camera!

FATEMA SHALEMIE

Fatema is a political science and international relations major who is also learning French. She preaches for positive change in the realm of social justice and lives to defy stereotypes. Her aspirations are to become a journalist, reporting on the socio-political influence that war has on migrants and the plight of refugees across the world. Her Afghan heritage has influenced her as a self-proclaimed kebab critic and having been raised as an Australian citizen, she identifies as a toasted sandwich connoisseur.

PARUL GOPLANI

Parul is a volunteer, health science student and receptionist by day…and an avid reader by night. Her volunteering and work commitments see her actively invested in the socio-cultural, educational and developmental side of the Australian community. In her free time she enjoys food tastings, watching Netflix and talking about the world.

RASA ISLAM

Born and raised in Bangladesh, Rasa uses her personal stories and experiences to advocate for diversity in Australia. She is currently studying biomedical science at UWA and is a great art aficionado, exhibiting her work in Perth and Bunbury. Rasa strives for personal and professional excellence in the future alongside impactful contribution to the society.

ANISA MIRE

Born and bred down under, Anisa is a young Somali Australian, enthusiastic about community growth and development. By pursuing her passions in Anthropology and Sociology she hopes to be a catalyst amongst fellow young people of colour to pursue their own ambitions in their plight for a better life.

AMRAN ABDI

Amran is a juggler by nature. This Somali-born Kiwi is a childcare educator and mother by day and an aspiring entrepreneur and author by night. When she’s not glued to her computer, Amran loves to delve into a good book and blog about life as a young Muslimah living in Australia. This extreme sport fiend also likes to practice the art of henna when not planning her next venture.