Hanna Woreta

• Assisted in organising community events, ensuring smooth operations and participant engagement.
• Facilitated connections between attendees and organisations, including Cohealth, ANZ Bank, and local emergency services.
• Provided information and support to community members while promoting awareness and understanding of Ethiopian culture.
• Collaborated with healthcare professionals, including Dr. Hakim and Dr. Tesfaye, to support mental health and substance use initiatives for youth.
• Engaged with organisations providing specialised services to African communities in Footscray, promoting access to culturally sensitive care.

· Helped organise and run creative workshops around Melbourne (mainly in Footscray, Coburg), which gave people a fun and welcoming space to connect through fashion and art.

· Took part in selling products at local events and markets, and was proud to help achieve great sales and build genuine connections with customers.

· Supported the behind-the-scenes set-up and planning of events, making sure everything ran smoothly and felt well put together for everyone involved.

· This volunteering role strengthened my communication, time management, and ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds. I carry into my nursing practice when collaborating with teams and supporting patients from all walks of life.