“Caring about others, running the risk of feeling, and leaving an impact on people, brings happiness.”
As a Tongan youth worker in Australia, my cultural background allows me to connect with people from diverse ethnicities and collaborate effectively with Indigenous communities. The Tongan values of culture and community are key to building positive relationships and understanding within diverse backgrounds. My unique perspective helps promote diversity and inclusivity, aligning with the shared emphasis on community and family.
Initially, becoming a youth worker wasn’t my plan straight out of high school. However, through various experiences, I discovered my passion for building meaningful relationships with students. With 6 years of experience, I specialise in working with young people exhibiting physical and verbal challenges. My strengths lie in creating programs that enhance students’ social-emotional learning and classroom engagement. I also support students with diverse needs, including those with disabilities, behavioural challenges and trauma backgrounds.
I’ve had the privilege of pursuing my passion for sports as a professional athlete with the Brumbies and in Japan’s Top League. This experience has instilled in me a deep sense of discipline, teamwork and perseverance which I now bring to my work. I understand the critical roles of goal-setting, mentorship and creating a supportive environment for personal growth. By blending my professional sporting background with my commitment to youth work, I aim to inspire and motivate young people to chase their dreams and overcome challenges.
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