Samson Pond
CANBERRA,ACT
Summary
Compassionate Youth Leader with expertise in mentoring and development. Skilled in fostering inclusive environments and effectively communicating with diverse groups of people young and old. Experience includes fostering and providing spaces, programs, and environments for youth and individuals with disabilities in various settings, informed by personal experiences and a drive to make a faith based difference in young people's lives.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Leader
Good pathways church
Canberra , ACT
04.2026 - Current
- Mentored youth in personal development through group discussions, enhancing self-awareness and confidence.
- Promoted positive relationships among youth through team-building exercises, fostering collaboration and trust.
- Led discussions and facilitated games and activities to demonstrate values and morality.
- Facilitated engaging activities for youth during fortnightly gatherings to foster community and connection.
EM volunteer/Leader
Embracing ministries
Canberra , ACT
02.2024 - Current
- Directed volunteers and mentors to organize impactful events and manage successful programs.
- Executed and participated in successful events being aware and proactive of medical conditions and child safety
- Cultivated a positive environment supporting collaboration among mentors and youth
- Produced and supported an environment of love, willingness, and learning, allowing youth and participants to learn and engage at their own pace and levels
- Willingness and ability to redirect positive but misguided mentors and youth to produce the best, most caring and open environment and events for the youth and volunteers.
Missionary
Ywam Canberra
Canberra , ACT
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Spread faith through various evangelistic means, including preaching, Bible readings, and group activities.
- Built relationships with locals and initiated Bible studies, building larger communities
- Volunteered in activities aimed at helping those in poverty or distress.
- Educated targeted groups on important skills for everyday living, health, education, and community growth
- Transported food, water and other items to serve residents in distressed areas
Education
Certificate Ill in Discipleship
Canberra , ACTSnowy Mountains Christian School
Cooma , NswSkills
- Youth mentorship
- Team building
- Community outreach
- Relationship building
- Event planning
- Mentoring youth
- Conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- First aid
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Youth Leader
Good pathways church
04.2026 - Current
Missionary
Ywam Canberra
01.2025 - 06.2025
EM volunteer/Leader
Embracing ministries
02.2024 - Current
Certificate Ill in Discipleship
Snowy Mountains Christian School