Elizabeth Kite

The awards, now in their third year, celebrate exceptional people aged 18 to 29 from across the Commonwealth.

Kite received an honorary award for her work on educational initiatives with youth and disabled people.

She currently teaches a braille class to students who are visually impaired.

According to Kite, there was a need to change perceptions towards disabled people in Tonga.

"There is quite a demand because there are quite a few people living with visual impairment," she explained.

The award celebrates inspiring young people from all over the Commonwealth who are dedicated to driving change in their communities and beyond.

“Being selected as a Queen’s Young Leader will further assist me in my efforts to provide equal opportunities for all Tongan citizens,” said Kite.

She teaches a braille class to visually impaired students as a volunteer at the Mango Centre for the disabled. The centre provides rehabilitative therapy, education and vocational training to disabled Tongans.