Brandon Bear
Board Director + President
About Brandon
An experienced leader and advocate with more than 20 years of experience in inclusion, diversity, health, and community leadership, Brandon has a long history of supporting LGBTQIA+SB communities and has been involved with Wear It Purple for many years.
Brandon has held senior leadership and governance roles across a range of organisations in the health, policy and community sectors, bringing extensive experience in strategy, inclusion and organisational leadership.
Professionally, Brandon currently leads inclusion, diversity and equity initiatives within Australia's health system and is passionate about creating safer, more inclusive environments where LGBTQIA+SB young people feel seen, supported and empowered.
Sarah Trombetta
Board Director + Vice-President
SHE/HER
About Sarah
Sarah is an experienced business and marketing leader with more than 20 years’ experience driving positive change across organisations and communities.
A long-time ally and proud parent of a rainbow young person, Sarah is passionate about creating a world where all LGBTQIA+SB young people feel safe, supported and celebrated. Throughout her career, she has championed diversity, inclusion and cultural change, helping organisations create more equitable and inclusive environments.
Sarah brings extensive leadership, strategy and communications experience to Wear It Purple and is proud to support the organisation’s mission and continued growth.
James Atkinson
Board Director + Treasurer
About James
James is an experienced fundraising and operations leader with a strong background in the not-for-profit sector.
He has extensive experience in fundraising, financial management, governance and organisational strategy, and has worked across a range of impact-driven organisations. James brings a collaborative, thoughtful and impact-focused approach to his work.
Passionate about supporting young people and creating positive change, James is proud to support Wear It Purple’s mission and help ensure the organisation continues to grow sustainably and make a meaningful impact for LGBTQIA+SB young people.
John Silva
Board Director + Secretary
About John
John is a dedicated advocate for empowering rainbow youth and communities to thrive. He is deeply passionate about education, social advocacy, and promoting positive well-being.
In addition to his role as Assistant Principal at a school in Melbourne, where he leads initiatives in education, wellbeing, inclusion, and student support, John is proud to contribute to Wear it Purple. He is enthusiastic about making a meaningful impact on the lives of rainbow young people and looks forward to bringing positive change through his involvement.
Jazmeen Payne
Board Director
SHE/HER
About Jazmeen
Jazmeen is passionate about creating a world where LGBTQIA+SB young people feel safe, empowered and proud of who they are.
As a proudly queer, lesbian woman, Jazmeen understands the importance of representation and visibility, particularly for diverse young people who may not often see themselves reflected in the world around them. She joined Wear It Purple because she believes LGBTQIA+SB young people are the future, and that amplifying their voices, stories and joy is essential in building more inclusive communities.
Mimi Hall
Board Director
SHE/THEY
About Mimi
Mimi is a dedicated intersex, genderqueer, and lesbian advocate and activist currently living and working on Ngunnawal and Nambri Country.
She is committed to making a tangible difference in the lives of LGBTIQA+SB people through her extensive involvement in advocacy, community building, mental health support, legislative reform, and media work.
Mimi currently works at A Gender Agenda as Intersex Project Coordinator, she has developed and facilitated training, increased intersex awareness through media, helped create policies to further protect the human rights of Trans, Gender Diverse and Intersex individuals, and support community through peer-led events. Notably, she contributed to the creation of legislation passed in June 2023 to protect intersex people from non-consensual medical interventions in the ACT.
She is also a Registered Nurse and is currently completing a thesis examining intersex care within nursing and midwifery.
Lucy Boon
Board Director
SHE/THEY
About Lucy
Lucy works in fundraising and advocacy in the not-for-profit sector and is passionate about creating safer, more inclusive communities where young people can be their authentic selves.
They are proud to support Wear It Purple’s mission to empower and celebrate LGBTQIA+SB young people, believing that everyone deserves to feel safe, seen and supported. Lucy is committed to helping create environments where the next generation of queer young people can thrive.
Brandon LA. Daley
Board Associate + Executive YAC Lead
20 | Queer | He/him
Giinagay, I’m Brandon.
I’m a young Iman-Gumbaynggirr Queer who is passionate about making a difference and helping the community.
I first came out on the 9/9/19 to my Best Friend by yelling “I DON’T KNOW WHAT I AM BUT IT’S NOT STRAIGHT!!”
Like most Queer youth, I always knew something was different actually that’s a lie I was completely oblivious till high school but looking back I was always different and I’m actually thankful that I was/am and I will continue to be.
Hobbies/Interests
Creative Arts
The Sims Franchise
Queer Video Essays
3 Likes
Iced Coffee
Indie(ish) Music
Physical (Poetry) Books
3 Dislikes
The HEAT
Hair in My Eyes
Sleeping
Sam Sebastian
Board Associate + Executive YAC Lead
He/him
Sam is a doctor and passionate advocate for LGBTQIA+SB young people.
As a queer South Asian person, Sam understands the importance of representation, visibility and belonging. Their own journey of accepting their identity through family life, school and work has inspired them to help create a world where young people feel safe, supported and comfortable being themselves.
Sam is proud to support Wear It Purple’s mission and help foster more inclusive environments for rainbow young people.
Hobbies/Interests
Kickball
Netball
DJing
Facts about Sam
Been to every state and territory in Australia
Flew to Singapore to see Lady Gaga
Bianca Lubke
Youth Action Council | Vice-Lead
22 | LESBIAN | SHE/HER (ANY)
I am a 22 year old Lesbian, a current student of Cybersecurity and Film, and actively working in IT. I am a passionate advocate for regional and rural LGBTQIA+ youth, having grown up in regional NSW.
I aspire to use my voice and experience from running an LGBTQIA+ youth group to uplift and provide the same resources and opportunities readily available in metropolitan areas.
Hobbies/Interests
Film Photography
Beach visits
Dancing with friends
3 Likes
Comedy Media
Cats
Purple hair
3 Dislikes
Peas
Tall people at concerts
Horror movies
Sophie Hay
Youth Action Council Member
24 | LESBIAN | SHE/THEY
I am a 24 year old lesbian with a background in medical research and currently working as a university tutor and technical assistant. I am extremely passionate about LGBTQ+ inclusion and awareness, particularly in schools, healthcare and sports. As part of the YAC at WIP I hope to assist in advocating and providing safe and supportive spaces for LGBTQ+ youth.
Hobbies/Interests
Water polo
Binge-watching TV shows and movies
Hanging out with awesome people
3 Likes
“Slay”
The Hunger Games
Anatomy
3 Dislikes
Vegemite
Tea
Big spoons
Solaris Shariati
Youth Action Council Member
21 | QUEER TRANS MAN | HE/HIM
Heyyy I'm Solaris, I'm an artist and I'm a half Kurdish and half Persian trans artist living on Gadigal land!
I joined Wear It Purple after being part of the Pilot year of the “Stories From The Heart“ Program!
I write, collage, design, plan, and categorise for fun🌞
Hobbies/Interests
Photography
Candle Making
Art Making as a Whole
3 Likes
Noodles
Pinterest
The Colour Violet
3 Dislikes
White Supremacy
Capitalism
Bigotry
Atlas Domberelli
Youth Action Council Member
18 | QUEER | HE/THEY
Hey! My name is Atlas. I am 18 years old and identify as queer. I have been out as a member of the LGBTQ+ community for the past 6 or so years. I am currently finishing high school alongside work and volunteering.
I have a passion for advocacy specifically in queer spaces, and have worked with various organisations over the years, assisting where I can. I hope that I can help make some change during my time with the YAC, and allow more queer youth to feel seen.
Hobbies/Interests
Volunteering
Working on my car (an ‘89 Falcon)
Music
3 Likes
Midwest Emo Music
Travelling
A good cup of tea
Isabelle
Youth Action Council + Secretary
17 | BISEXUAL | SHE/THEY
Hi I'm Izzie! I'm a 17 year old high school student living in the north-west of Sydney.
I worked out that I was bisexual at a pretty young age - while I was still in primary school, in fact. I've always cared about supporting my fellow queer youth, and I would love that even more through my commitment to the YAC <3
Hobbies/Interests
Formula 1
Vinyls
Re-watching my favourite TV shows
3 Likes
Curating my Instagram
Cherry red
Music
3 Dislikes
Bugs
Sad TikTok edits
Soup
Riley
Youth Action Council Member
18 | AROACE NON-BINARY | THEY/THEM
I am passionate about fighting for change for people in difficult situations.
I want to be able to raise awareness that your family does not define who you are and you can be who you want to be. I want to be able to make other young people feel less alone and be the person I wished I could have seen when I was struggling.
I love designing things and hope to eventually become an occupational therapist to continuously give back to the allied health profession who has helped me so much.
Hobbies/Interests
CANVA Creating
Giving back to community
Using my voice to make change
3 Likes
Wasting' time on CANVA
Going to museums
Eating (good) gluten free food
3 Dislikes
The mental health system
Most green vegetables
Not feeling able to do enough
Alexandro Gould-Arocha
Youth Action Council Member
18 | QUEER | THEY/HE
I am a Queer theatre maker from Sydney passionate about social justice and the arts. I believe in arts as a driver of change and strive to support new works that challenge our society and empower communities.
I am involved with various community and professional theatre organisations where I am honing my craft and growing as an artist. I want to bring my experiences to the YAC to empower my community and drive change.
Hobbies/Interests
Theatre
Film
Writing
3 Likes
Swimming
Alanis Morissette
The Simpsons
Dislikes
Olives
Cold weather
Sleep debt
JJ Maree
Youth Action Council Member
16 | BISEXUAL | THEY/THEM
I am a 16 year old bisexual who loves aerial circus and helping others. I love teaching others and currently work as a circus instructor. I'm studying to become a student learning support officer or hearing support teacher and I'm currently learning Auslan.
Whenever my mind is set on something then nothing can stop me, I advocate for the rights of individuals who are a part of the rainbow community and those who have disabilities or mental illness.
I am extremely passionate about creating inclusive and safe spaces for everyone.
Hobbies/Interests
Aerial Circus
Photography
Advocacy
3 Likes
Taylor Swift
Stars
Flowers
3 Dislikes
Carrots
Traffic
Ableism
Thalia Wilson
Youth Action Council Member
18 | THEY/THEM
Hellooo, I'm Thalia
Hobbies/Interests
Writing love letters
Curating my bento box every night
3 Likes
Sonny Angels
Stickers
Glitter
3 Dislikes
Coffee
Close mindedness
Crowds