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Youth Commissioner Team<\/h2>\n\n\n

The Youth Commissioner Team (YCT) is the youth leadership body of Scouts SA \u2014 a team of young people aged 15\u201325 who hold real decision-making authority, represent Scouting across South Australia, and drive initiatives that improve the experience of every young person in the organisation.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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What we do<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We exist because young people know what young people need – and because that knowledge should translate into real power. As Youth Commissioners, we sit at the branch leadership table. We vote on policy. We represent the organisation at government and community events. And we deliver projects that create measurable change for many Scouts across South Australia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our work spans three portfolios:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Representation & Engagement<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Social Impact<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Youth Initiatives<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Each owned and driven by our team members. Every portfolio produces real outcomes: events run, positions published, initiatives launched, voices heard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    This isn’t about titles. It’s about using our position to meaningfully shape the future of Scouting in South Australia.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    What we stand for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    Authentic Voice<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    We speak from a genuine youth perspective, not filtered through adult expectations or institutional caution.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Real Authority<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    We hold genuine decision making power. We’re not here to advise, we’re here to decide.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Tangible Impact<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    We measure what we do. Every initiative, event, and report is tied to outcomes that improve the youth experience.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Accountability<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    We own our portfolios, deliver on our commitments, and report back to the people we represent.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Our team<\/h2>\n\n\n

    Meet the 2026 Youth Commissioner Team \u2014 17 Scouts from across South Australia, each bringing their own skills, backgrounds, and drive to make Scouting better for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n

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    \"Jackson
    Jackson Pawelski<\/span>
    Assistant Chief Commissioner \u2013 Youth<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n
    \"Lincoln
    Lincoln Rieger<\/span>
    Assistant Chief Commissioner \u2013 Youth<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n
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    \"Amy
    Amy Dospisil<\/span>
    Youth Commissioner<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n
    \"Ash
    Ash Clonan<\/span>
    Youth Commissioner<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n
    \"Charlie
    Charlie West<\/span>
    Youth Commissioner<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n
    \"Elijah
    Elijah Rieger<\/span>
    Youth Commissioner<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
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    \"Emily
    Emily Daynes<\/span>
    Youth Commissioner<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n
    \"Emily
    Emily Weir<\/span>
    Youth Commissioner<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n
    \"James
    James Quane<\/span>
    Youth Commissioner<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n
    \"Jameson
    Jameson Wood<\/span>
    Youth Commissioner<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
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    \"Jarrah
    Jarrah Boss<\/span>
    Youth Commissioner<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n
    \"Livinia
    Livinia Pearce<\/span>
    Youth Commissioner<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n
    \"Lucy
    Lucy Sullivan<\/span>
    Youth Commissioner<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n
    \"Madison
    Madison Latter<\/span>
    Youth Commissioner<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
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    \"Niccola
    Niccola Kemp<\/span>
    Youth Commissioner<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n
    \"Philip
    Philip Hamlyn<\/span>
    Youth Commissioner<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n
    \"Ryan
    Ryan Harrison<\/span>
    Youth Commissioner<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n
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    Our portfolios<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The YCT organises its work across three portfolios. Every Youth Commissioner co-owns a home portfolio – it’s their responsibility to report on it, drive it, and deliver results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Representation and Engagement<\/h5><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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    What this portfolio is about<\/h4>\n\n\n

    The YCT doesn’t just work internally – we show up. This portfolio is responsible for making sure Youth Commissioners are present at the right tables: government forums, community events, Scouting milestones, and public engagements across South Australia. We manage our event calendar, prepare briefing materials so commissioners can walk into any room ready, and capture what we learn along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n

    Events and engagements<\/h4>\n\n\n

    2026<\/h5>\n\n\n