Yassmin Abdel-Magied
Engineer and Youth Advocate | 2015 Queensland Young Australian of the Year
About
At sixteen, Yassmin Abdel-Magied founded Youth Without Borders, transforming her early passion for community empowerment into a powerful platform for young people. As a Sudanese-Australian mechanical engineer working on oil and gas rigs, she breaks barriers in traditionally male-dominated industries.
Named Australia's most influential Young Woman, Abdel-Magied brings a unique perspective on diversity, social impact, and generational change. Her work bridges technical expertise with social innovation, inspiring young leaders to create meaningful community impact across cultural and professional boundaries.
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What does my headscarf mean to you?
What do you think when you look at this speaker? Well, think again. (And then again.) In this funny, honest, empathetic talk, Yassmin Abdel-Magied challenges us to look beyond our initial perceptions, and to open doors to new ways of supporting others.
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