Wyndham's Young Person of the Month- November

Wyndham City is proud to announce Pratham Joshi as the joint One Wyndham recipient for November.

Pratham is a wonderful role model and demonstrates leadership and a commitment to making a difference and a positive impact in the community through contributing to create an inclusive, thriving community that values diversity, sustainability, and personal growth and the importance of giving back to the community.

Pratham contributes to his school community through a range of endeavours including; School representative at the Werribee RSL Anzac March, School Captain and taking prospective students and families on school tours, and was recently awarded the Truganina College Citizenship Award for recognition of school values of learning, respect, responsibility, and resilience.

A passionate diversity advocate, Pratham encourages young people to explore new cultures and traditions and to immerse in the vibrant tapestry of traditions, cultural practices, music, dance, cuisine and celebrate cultural heritage within Wyndham.

Pratham is part of the Melbourne Kannada Sangha community which instils pride by showcasing traditions through talks and stories of identity and participating in cultural dances at Sangha events.

Environmental sustainability is another passion. Founding the Organic Living Gardening project which has sold over 150 plants contributing to a sustainable greener future.

Wyndham City Mayor, Cr Mia Shaw said: “Pratham is a positive role model and contributes to an inclusive and diverse community.”

“Wyndham City appreciates Pratham and his passion and commitment and thanks him for his endeavours that help make Wyndham a better place.”

One Wyndham recipients are residents aged between 12 to 25 who positively contribute to the Wyndham community and are role models to other young people.

Each month Council selects a Wyndham resident to be awarded the ‘Young Person of the Month’.

Winners are awarded a $300 gift voucher of their choice and other prizes.

For more information about Youth Services One Wyndham Project, go to: www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/services/youth-services/awards-competitions/one-wyndham