2026

Commissioner for Children and Young People's Rising Voice Award 2026

Winner 2026

Jackson Phillips

Jackson is a proud Knaarla Karla Booja, Ballardong and Wilman athlete, student, and leader making a strong impact in his school, sporting and cultural communities. He has represented WA at six National Indigenous Tennis Carnivals, and competes in Men's Division 2 tennis. Jackson is a valued member of his tennis club as a trainee coach, empowering younger athletes to build confidence. Beyond formal coaching, Jackson arrives early before his own training sessions to support young family members and juniors with extra practice. Jackson is already seen as a role model among younger players.

Congratulations also to our finalists

Ava Jeavons
Driven by lived experience, Ava is passionate about women and children's voices being heard. As the first female Youth Member for Hillarys in Youth Parliament WA, an Anglicare Ambassador and a School House Representative, she champions family and domestic violence prevention, youth homelessness and gender equality. Aspiring to enter federal parliament, Ava is already building a safer, fairer future through leadership, advocacy and service.

Brady Fulcher
Brady Fulcher is a 16-year-old student from Perth who is passionate about creating opportunities for young people to lead, connect and have their voices heard. Through Surf Life Saving, school leadership and youth advisory groups, he works to turn young people's ideas into meaningful action. Brady is committed to continuing to advocate for young people while pursuing a career as a paramedic.

Quentin Fitzgerald
After the loss of his baby sister to SIDS, Quentin launched his own fundraising initiative for Telethon and has raised thousands of dollars. Losing his father to cancer, he expanded his offerings to increase reach and donations for kids in need. He takes every opportunity to fundraise, from community events to online, showing age is no barrier to making a difference. Quentin has become a meaningful advocate for young people, using his platform to highlight the experiences, needs and dreams of children in hospitals.

Visit YACWA's website for more information about the WA Youth Awards.