The Change Makers’ Prize is a new competition to inspire rangatahi across New Zealand to voice their opinion on an issue that affects them, their community, or all of Aotearoa.

It is offered by the Office of the Clerk of the House of Representatives and Parliamentary Service, and aims to get young people thinking and talking about issues they’re passionate about, enhancing their understanding of Parliament and the change they can create now, and in the future, as engaged citizens.

Lucy spoke about the importance of civics education: