Panellists (Day 1)

Rhiannon Samuels, George Williams and Rachael Cross join us for the Key Discussion "The Good Lives of People with Disability'

Rhiannon Samuels

Rhiannon is a 21-year-old woman from the Sapphire Coast of NSW, home of the Diringanj people of the Yuin Nation.

She enjoys hanging with her friends and in her spare time, dabbling with photography. She is a valued daughter, sister, sister-in-law and recently has become an aunty.

Rhiannon desires the same opportunities as her siblings and others her own age, as she proudly lives with disability. She has worked in hospitality, retail and business administration, and has focused her advocacy efforts towards equity in education and employment.

George Williams

George is a 22-year-old with a zest for life and makes the most out of each opportunity that comes his way.

As a local to the Wollongong region on Dharawal Country, He is a talented, prize winning Artist, who has sold and exhibited artworks in multiple galleries, as well as having volunteered within the arts sector.

George is a Baker who studied at TAFE, a passionate NRL supporter (Go Dragons!) and an empathetic son, brother, uncle, and community member.

Rachael Cross

Rhiannon is a 21-year-old woman from the Sapphire Coast of NSW, home of the Diringanj people of the Yuin Nation.

She enjoys hanging with her friends and in her spare time, dabbling with photography. She is a valued daughter, sister, sister-in-law and recently has become an aunty.

Rhiannon desires the same opportunities as her siblings and others her own age, as she proudly lives with disability. She has worked in hospitality, retail and business administration, and has focused her advocacy efforts towards equity in education and employment.