I am a motivated and hardworking student with a keen interest in law, advocacy and design. I consistently look for opportunities to deepen my insights into my areas of interest while learning from perspectives shaped by a diverse range of experiences. I am committed to leveraging opportunities by actively engaging in meaningful discussions and tasks. I enjoy leveraging my creative and analytical skills to advocate for youth voices, explore policy perspectives, and develop practical design solutions across projects and platforms.

Smera Patel

I am a motivated and hardworking student with a keen interest in law, advocacy and design. I consistently look for opportunities to deepen my insights into my areas of interest while learning from perspectives shaped by a diverse range of experiences. I am committed to leveraging opportunities by actively engaging in meaningful discussions and tasks. I enjoy leveraging my creative and analytical skills to advocate for youth voices, explore policy perspectives, and develop practical design solutions across projects and platforms.

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I am a motivated and hardworking student with a keen interest in law, advocacy and design. I consistently look for opportunities to deepen my insights into my areas of interest while learning from perspectives shaped by a diverse range of experiences. I am committed to leveraging opportunities by actively engaging in meaningful discussions and tasks.

I enjoy leveraging my creative and analytical skills to advocate for youth voices, explore policy perspectives, and develop practical design solutions across projects and platforms.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Delegate at National Schools Constitutional Convention
March 31, 2025 - March 31, 2025
As a delegate, I built my understanding of Australia’s Constitution and had the opportunity to interact with constitutional experts, lawmakers and gain insights into the political and legal processes at the national level.
Intern at Nicole Werner’s Office - State MP
January 1, 2025 - November 27, 2025
Gained valuable exposure to the political process, developing communication and research skills, learning about public policy and building a professional network.
Member at Football Victoria Active Youth Steering Committee
January 1, 2024 - November 27, 2025
Engaged young people in promoting respect and inclusivity within the football community.
Participant at Youth Parliament Program
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Attended the program (2024), engaged in debates, public speaking and built valuable connections by interacting with like-minded youth, community leaders and government representatives.
Participant/Volunteer at Nicole Werner’s Office
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Attended events with Nicole Werner - State Member of Parliament (2024) which gave firsthand experience of how elected representatives engage with the community, learn about public service and see leadership in action.
Interviewer at SBS
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Interviewed by SBS for my perspective as a young change maker and representing the views of my peers on the Bill proposing a social media ban for under-16s.
Finalist at Lions Youth of the Year Competition
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Finalist in 2024, gained valuable experience in public speaking, leadership and community involvement.
Peer Support Leader at School
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Peer support leader (2024) helping develop my leadership skills by guiding and supporting fellow students, managing group dynamics and improving listening and communication.
Retail Assistant at Bunnings
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Worked during the 2023 summer break, gaining hands-on experience in customer service and team collaboration in a fast-paced retail environment.
Participant at Evatt Model UN State Program
December 31, 2025 - December 31, 2025
3-time finalist in 2023, 2024 and 2025, honed negotiation and public speaking skills and gained a deeper understanding of international relations and UN workings.
Finalist at Crimson 18u18 Young Visionaries Program
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Global Finalist (2023), recognised for commitment, achievements and contribution to soccer and its impact on the community.
Semi-finalist at Rostrum Public Speaking Competition
December 31, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Semi-finalist (2022).
Award Recipient at National History Challenge
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021
State level recognition (2021).
Award Recipient at School
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Service to the School Award (2021) for academic achievement and cocurricular engagement.
Sports Captain at British School Muscat
December 31, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Sports Captain for the primary school at British School Muscat (2018).
Scholarship Recipient at Yarra Valley Grammar School
December 31, 2018 - December 31, 2018
General Excellence scholarship at Yarra Valley Grammar School.
Delegate at National Schools Constitutional Convention
March 1, 2025 - March 1, 2025
Built understanding of Australia's Constitution and gained insights into the political and legal process at the national level by interacting with constitutional experts, lawmakers.
Intern at Office of Nicole Werner, State MP
January 1, 2025 - November 27, 2025
Gained exposure to the political process, developed communication and research skills, learned about public policy and built a professional network.
Team Member at Bunnings
August 31, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Customer service and team collaboration in a fast-paced retail environment during 2023 summer break.
Intern at Nicole Werner’s Office - State MP
January 1, 2025 - November 28, 2025
Gained exposure to the political process, developing communication and research skills, learning about public policy and building a professional network.
Committee Member at Football Victoria Active Youth Steering Committee
January 1, 2024 - November 28, 2025
Engaged young people in promoting respect and inclusivity within the football community.
Sales Assistant at Bunnings
August 31, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Gained hands-on experience in customer service and team collaboration in a fast-paced retail environment.

Education

Prep to Year 5 at British School Muscat, Oman
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2018
Year 6 to 12 at Yarra Valley Grammar School, Melbourne
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2025
Prep to Year 5 at British School Muscat
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2018
Year 6 to 12 at Yarra Valley Grammar School
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Rostrum Public Speaking Competition - Semi-finalist
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
National History Challenge - State Level Recognition
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Service to the School Award
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
General Excellence scholarship
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Sports Captain - British School Muscat
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018

Industry Experience

Education, Government, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Retail
    uniE621 Goyard Predators on a Football Pitch
    I created concept Adidas Predators inspired by Goyard upon request by Boots Plug. graphicdesigner designer
    uniE621 Christmas Adidas Predator Accuracy .3
    I created concept Adidas Predator Accuracy .3s (laceless) inspired by the theme of Christmas upon request. graphicdesigner designer
    uniE621 Concept Tiffany Nike Mercurial Vapors
    I created concept Nike Mercurial Vapors inspired by Tiffany & Co upon request by Boots Plug. graphicdesigner designer
    uniE621 Floral Adidas F50s
    I created concept Adidas F50s inspired by silver/blue and a floral pattern upon request. graphicdesigner designer
    uniE621 Concept Hydrodipped Phantom Lunas
    I created concept Phantom Lunas inspired by a hydrodipped pattern upon request. graphicdesigner designer
    uniE621 Galaxy Phantom Luna
    I created concept Phantom Lunas inspired by a galaxy pattern upon request. graphicdesigner designer
    uniE621 Pink Tiempo Legend 10s
    I created concept Tiempo Legend 10s inspired by the colour pink upon request. graphicdesigner designer
    uniE621 Concept Tiempo Legend 10 - Rose
    I created concept Tiempo Legend 10s inspired by a rose motif upon request. graphicdesigner designer
    uniE621 Concept Football Australia Phantom 6s
    I created concept Phantom 6s inspired by Football Australia upon request. graphicdesigner designer