On Thursday 26 January 2023, at the Bryan Brown Theatre in Bankstown, Khadijah Habbouche was awarded the Young Citizen of the Year award at the Canterbury Bankstown Australia Day Awards. The 15-year-old is recognised for her active involvement in developing social awareness and action among young people.
Khadijah is a member of various youth advisory committees, including the Canterbury-Bankstown Youth Crew and the Muslim Women Australia Youth Advisory Committee. Her dedication to creating a platform for high achievement and a voice for social good has earned her numerous accolades, including the Premier’s Multicultural Youth Medal in 2022.
Muslim Women Australia took to Facebook to express their pride in Khadijah’s achievement. “An amazing achievement reflecting the incredible achievements of young women at MWA,” the organisation wrote.
Khadijah’s commitment to social justice and youth empowerment is inspiring and deserving of recognition. The Young Citizen of the Year award serves as a testament to her impact on the community and her potential to continue making a difference in the future.
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