Ange Clarke

Ange Clarke is an advocate, a community leader, and a passionate changemaker whose life’s work embodies inclusion, kindness, and the spirit of bringing people together. Ange has championed causes close to her heart, inspired by her son, Will Clarke, who lives with autism. Through this deeply personal journey, Ange has transformed her passion for inclusion into meaningful action, creating national and international recognition for her efforts. As the founder and CEO of ‘Where there’s a Will’, Ange has built awareness, raised money to create fulfilling work for people living with intellectual disabilities. The inspiring organisation partners artists with cricket bats to paint, that have been prepared by neurodivergent adults, then auctioned off for the charity.

Bella Leone - MC Radio presenter from i98Fm

Tori Henderson - Lake Illawarra High School Captain whose community passion and efforts earned her the Shellharbour 2025 Young Citizen of the Year Award

Emjae Woods - Proud Young Dhungutti woman whose efforts to empower students connect with community and culture earned her the Shellharbour 2025 Community Capacity Builder Award

Tiffany Henderson - Shellharbour City Council's Team Coordinator Parks (City West) who is an inspiration to many of our young female apprentices

Grace Tracey - IAS Netball and AFL Athlete

Gemma Silver - IAS Netball head coach who has an extensive background with the sport and now ensures young players receive the guidance and support needed to excel

Kate Jessep - Shellharbour City Council Executive Director of Community and Culture

Jacinta Hepperlin - Shellharbour City Council Chief Financial Officer

Dr Jodie Edwards - Aboriginal Custodian, Researcher, Advocate

Ange Clarke - our guest speaker will join us again on the panel

Tunes
The talented and dynamic south coast based DJ Eliza Price will keep the positive vibes flowing with her entrancing tunes