For Greer, the best part of her job is helping communities in the city she loves.
She has spent her life in Wellington and enjoys its quirks; from blustery Lyall Bay walks to the bustling energy of Cuba Street. She is always listening out for birdsong and loves to chat with people about the things that make Wellington special to them.
“Young people often don’t understand the power they hold, especially when it comes to local government. Everyone can participate in making decisions about their home. Helping people realise this and showing them how they add value to decision making is absolutely the best part of my job.”
Having first worked for Wellington City Council at the age of 17, Greer moved through a range of community development and youth work roles leading her to where she is now - the first Youth Engagement Specialist for the Council.
This role came about when the Council began developing the Strategy for Children and Young People in 2021 and it was noted that there was a significant need for increased support for young people in Wellington to help them participate in Council decision making.
Greer says she has always been passionate about democracy and how individual people can use their voice for change - creating sustainable and engaged cities that are designed for the people who live in them.
“When it comes down to it, my job is to include young people in decision making around the city they love. Young people are an integral part of Wellington now and into the future, this is their home and if we want them to thrive here they should be included in the conversations that are going on about how this city grows and changes."