Farah Askar
Summary
Experienced Chair of the Youth Advisory Group with a background in Psychological Science. Experienced in program coordination, advocacy, and youth engagement. Passionate about supporting diverse communities and improving client well-being.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Settlement and Youth Services Support Worker/ Peer
Migrant Resource Centre Tasmania
Hobart, TAS
03.2023 - 01.2025
· Collaborated with stakeholders to coordinate events and programs for youth programs.
· Managed programs records, administrative tasks, and engaged with external stakeholders.
· Fostered trust-based relationships with participants, improving program engagement.
· Provided supervision and guidance to volunteers and junior support workers.
Youth Advisory Group Coordinator
Migrant Resource Centre Tasmania
Hobart, TAS
03.2023 - 01.2025
· Led the MYT Youth Advisory Group, guiding diverse members and fostering collaboration.
· Acted as a reference point on youth issues and contributed to state-wide consultations.
· Supported state-level advocacy in partnership with MYAN Australia.
· Established reporting systems to strengthen accountability and program delivery.
· Participated in training and development to enhance MYT and MYAN Australia's youth initiatives.
Tasmania Youth Trainee
Centre for Multicultural Youth
Hobart, TAS
03.2023 - 12.2023
· Facilitated nationwide online workshops and engaged diverse participants.
· Coordinated guest speakers for the online sessions.
· Assisted participants in preparing for and transitioning into board of directors' roles.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Educational Studies
Swinburne University
Melbourne, VIC01-2026
Bachelor - Psychological Sciences
Swinburne University
Melbourne, VIC08-2024
Associate's Degree - Applied Health And Community Support
University of Tasmania
TAS11-2022
Skills
- Program coordination & leadership
- Stakeholder engagement & advocacy
- Communication & networking
- Teamwork & collaboration
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Languages: English, Arabic
Leadership & International Experience
Delegate, University Scholars Leadership Symposium (USLS) | Humanitarian Affairs Asia | Bangkok, Thailand
August 2024
· Represented Australia as a delegate at an international humanitarian leadership symposium.
· Engaged with global leaders, NGOs, and peers on strategies to address humanitarian challenges.
· Strengthened cross-cultural leadership, advocacy, and collaboration skills.
Other Relevant Experience
Early Childhood Educational Placement | Rowville Three-Year-Old kindergarten
March 2025
· Planned, ran, and adapted learning activities, promoting social, cognitive, and emotional development.
· Conducted observations and reflections on children's learning and behaviour.
· Assisted with classroom routines, transitions, and hygiene.
· Collaborated with educators and families to support children's engagement.
Certification
- Working with Children Check
- Working with Vulnerable People
- Child Safety Training
- Cultural Awareness
- Mental Health First Aid
- Australian Driver Licence
Timeline
Settlement and Youth Services Support Worker/ Peer
Migrant Resource Centre Tasmania
03.2023 - 01.2025
Youth Advisory Group Coordinator
Migrant Resource Centre Tasmania
03.2023 - 01.2025
Tasmania Youth Trainee
Centre for Multicultural Youth
03.2023 - 12.2023
Graduate Certificate - Educational Studies
Swinburne University
Bachelor - Psychological Sciences
Swinburne University
Associate's Degree - Applied Health And Community Support
University of Tasmania