Youth Led Activism with Anjali Sharma

The world is in danger, and the youth are fighting to save it. At just 16, Anjali Sharma stood in a federal court arguing that the Australian government had a duty to protect future generations from climate change. Now at 21, Anjali joins hosts Sanaya, Odette, and Victoria to speak candidly about carrying responsibility young, navigating racism and scrutiny, and reframing age, gender and identity not as barriers, but as a reason to lead. Anjali is the perfect guest for our theme today: Youth Led Activism. She offers a rare perspective on what it means to grow up advocating for change from a young age, and how movements can support people to stay engaged without losing themselves in the process. She shares insight into the mobilising powers of social media, and clues us in on the occasional ‘right time’ to cut class. She shares her ongoing work for the Duty of Care Bill, and gives us a couple examples of her favourite dancing moments. We have a community contribution today from Carolyn Ingvarson, longtime environmental advocate, who shares reflections on changemaking as a grandmother. If you would like to learn more about Anjali’s work, you can find her on Instagram via @anj.sharmaa and @dutyofcarecampaign.If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider subscribing, we will be sharing a new episode each fortnight.Our hosts:Victoria McKenzie-McHarg (CEO, WELA)Odette Barry (Founder, Odette & Co)Sanaya Khisty (Head of Strategy and Government Relations, 5B)Follow us on socials (@therewillbedancingpod):InstagramTikTokWant to learn more about WELA? Visit wela.org.au and find us on Instagram | LinkedIn | FacebookOur thanks to Women’s Agenda for supporting these essential conversations about the environment, gender and leadership.