Breaking down that stigma for young mothers — Melissa Redsell | AOTY | ABC Australia

Melissa Redsell began the charity, 'A Brave Life' to support young mothers dealing with domestic violence, poverty, trauma, relationship breakdowns, unplanned pregnancy and homelessness. #AusOfTheYear

Melissa Redsell receives the 2023 QLD Local Hero award.

Support is available via:

• Police - call 000 if in immediate danger

• 1800 RESPECT - 1800 737 732 (www.1800respect.org.au)

• Lifeline - 13 11 14 (www.lifeline.org.au)

• Kids Help Line - 1800 551 800 (www.kidshelpline.com.au)

• MensLine - 1300 78 99 78 (www.mensline.org.au)

• Men’s Referral Service - 1300 766 491 (www.ntv.org.au)

• Relationships Australia - 1300 364 277 (www.relationships.org.au)

• LGBTIQ+ support (www.withrespect.org.au or www.qlife.org.au)

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Each year our nation celebrates the achievements and contributions of eminent Australians through the Australian of the Year Awards by profiling leading citizens who are role models for us all.

They inspire us through their achievements and challenge us to make our own contribution to creating a better Australia.

The Awards honour an exceptional group of highly respected Australians who ignite discussion and change on issues of national importance.

The Australian of the Year Awards provides everyone with the opportunity to recognise any Australian who makes them proud.

The four Australian of the Year categories are:

• Australian of the Year

• Senior Australian of the Year (those aged 65 years or over)

• Young Australian of the Year (ages 16 to 30)

• Australia's Local Hero

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