Piper studies political science and international relations and has built a body of work connecting the Gold Coast with the Indo-Pacific through research, public writing and diplomacy. She has pursued opportunities through the Griffith Asia Institute, as an Indo-Pacific Fellow with Young Australians in International Affairs and Mayor's Student Ambassador on the Gold Coast. Her research, insights and real-world impact and earned her a New Colombo Plan scholarship to study and intern in Malaysia for 12 months.

At 16, Abigail volunteered for a charity in India where she created an award-winning documentary about women living in poverty. Using her film to raise awareness, she fundraised to support more than 30 Indian women, giving them a way to earn an income. Her commitment led her back to India to film a second documentary, sharing women's stories about facing gender discrimination. Through her filmmaking, Abigail is creating an impact and connection that spans cultures and countries.

Sheeza serves as an active member of the International Baccalaureate Educator Network (IBEN) and shows an outstanding capacity to translate high-level global policy into meaningful, sustainable practice in international education and the local sector. She has steered educational institutions across 13 countries and mentored hundreds of educators to build sustainable teacher capacity that directly elevates student inquiry, engagement, and critical thinking. Locally, she bridges these international best practices with the Queensland education community, collaborating with Griffith University where she studies.