Youth Ambassador Stories
Our Youth Ambassadors are passionate young people who share their personal stories to inspire others. By speaking up, they aim to encourage young people to stay safe around water and think twice before mixing alcohol with aquatic activities. If you're ready to use your voice to create change, we’d love to hear from you.
Zoe Walton
What started as a fun New Year’s Eve pool party nearly changed Zoe Walton’s life forever after sustaining serious spinal injury after diving into a friend’s pool. Now, as a Mermates Ambassador, she’s sharing her story to remind young people to think twice before mixing alcohol with swimming—and to always look out for their mates.
Matt Naysmith
What began as a fun day with mates at Karijini National Park turned into a life-changing accident for Matt Naysmith after a split-second decision to jump from a waterfall left him with a permanent spinal injury. Now, Matt’s sharing his story to remind others that one wrong move can change everything—and to always think before you act.
