Gabriel draws powerfully on their lived experience to advocate for survivors of institutional abuse and conversion practices. After being abused, neglected, and subjected to gay conversion in a mental health facility at 15 years old, they created a peer support group of over 300 people, coordinated free legal representation for more than 70 survivors, and achieved a government commitment to legislative changes. Gabriel recently set up Flying Free, a not-for-profit organisation supporting survivors seeking justice and working towards systemic reform nationally.

Young People's Award Sun, 10/12/2023 - 12:00 Winner