Deborah K Bates is a consummate Professional with many strings to her bow. As an award-winning Author, she has assisted aspiring writers towards their dream. Deborah continues to work with individuals as they pursue their dreams in addition to vocational work whilst concurrently, creating and working on the following projects: Sacred Energies - the Medicine of the Times (An immersion of sound and meditation through the harp with song) A unique music project with nature (more to follow on this) An inspirational NovelDeborah’s commitment and dedication to the community has earned numerous awards and secured notable achievements many of which have been featured throughout local and national papers, magazines, television and radio. She has been praised by distinguished luminaries, such Hazel Hawke (AO) been nominated for a Bravery Award and received an Honouree Australia Day Citizen of the Year Award.Other notable experiences include: Invitations to Australia’s capital – Canberra Parliament House - as special guest and for National Award events, including a nomination for a special ‘Innovation Award’ for - 'Write to Heal' program, which changed many lives; special guest as liaison for ‘Treasures of the Tweed ’ an eco-cultural project; and Nomination for Supervisor of the Year Award for ‘Know Where Know How’ an Indigenous Booklet Invitation to give professional advice for the Big Brother showDeborah is well travelled and enjoys the experience of new cultures, language, and music.http://deborahkbates.com/https://www.facebook.com/SacredEnergies/