Councillor Mohamed Semra joins us for a measured, open-ended conversation about what it really takes for young people to influence public life. We trace his path from the 2015 Apple Store incident to the Maribyrnong City Council chambers, discussing why he chose to run as an independent and how that choice shapes his stance on issues.
Along the way, Mohamed reflects on carrying two identities—one in the political arena and one rooted in his community—and on the practical value (and limits) of awards such as the AMAA Youth of the Year and Young Voltaire Human Rights prizes. We also look at the stigma surrounding African-Australian youth crime, what effective leadership could look like, and the lessons he wishes he’d learned sooner.
Whether you’re curious about grassroots politics, youth advocacy, or balancing personal values with public expectations, this episode offers a grounded perspective without the usual spin.
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Topics We Went Through To Make Your Live Easier
0:00 Meet Councillor Mohamed Semra – From Viral Video to Political Office
2:48 Is Ibrahim Traoré Shaping the Future of Global Youth Leadership?
8:34 Should Young People Trust the Older Generation for Advice on Change?
15:00 Why Mohamed Semra Ran for Office – and Did It Without a Political Party
25:10 The Truth About Speaking Freely as an Independent Candidate
26:20 What’s the Point of Representation If You Have to Compromise Your Values?
30:00 How a 2015 Viral Moment Flipped His Entire Life Trajectory
35:14 Does Being a Community Leader Mean You Have to Speak on Every Issue?
38:35 Why Rayvo Doesn’t Trust Politics – and Mohamed’s Honest Response
43:33 Do Awards and Recognition Get to Mohamed’s Head?
45:52 Is Mohamed Semra Really a Role Model – or Just Another Politician?
49:35 Are Today’s Youth Just Wild – or Is Something Deeper Going On?
1:01:55 Umrah Recap… Again
1:02:54 What Does Mohamed Semra Look Like in 2035?
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