Q and A with Tempest Alphonse

Tempest Alphonse is a youth leader with the Centre for Multicultural Youth in Pakenham. Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS 269340_01

Tell us a fun fact about yourself!

I was named after a war ship in the Gulf War (Tempest).

What are you most passionate about?

I am most passionate about helping/adding value to people in any capacity I can.

What do you love about helping young people?

Being a part of their journey as someone who encourages their potential and giving them hope that they can achieve their goals/dreams.

What would your last meal be?

A nice vanilla sponge cake.

What was your most memorable moment?

Graduating from my post grad course that I loved and enjoyed with a high distinction.

What was your favourite subject in school?

Health and Human development.

What event past or present would you like to witness?

A solar eclipse – surprisingly I’ve never seen one.

Which six dinner guests, dead or alive, would you invite to dinner?

Jesus, my mother, John Maxwell, Eric Omondi, Priscilla Shirer and Limoblaze.

What are you currently listening to/watching or reading?

Inventing Anna on Netflix.

How would you describe your fashion sense?

Elegant, classy and modest.

Have you had a pet that has made an impact on your life?

Yes my first pet puppy Sparky- taught me a lot about responsibility as a child.

If you had to compete on MasterChef, what dish would you cook?

A delicious chicken stew with rice.

Where is your dream holiday destination?

The Bahamas.

What were you like as a kid?

Quiet, reserved and observant.

What is your favourite colour and why?

Yellow because it’s warm and brightens up everything.

Do you consider yourself an extrovert or an introvert?

Introvert.

What’s one question you have never been able to get the answer to?

Why is yawning contagious.