I am a passionate and committed creative social work practitioner who has worked across the community sector for nearly 15 years. I have a strong foundation in community development practice and process that guides my approach to work at an individual, group and community level. At the centre of this practice is a belief in the power of intentional relationships; seeking them out, nurturing them, committing to them, and connecting them between people.I love crafting opportunities for all voices to be heard, in the spaces that are important to them, and particularly for those who are impacted the most by policy and programs.I am an artist and am currently practicing how to elevate my creativity so that everything I undertake in life and work is inspired. I strongly believe that in times of major social disruption we need the poets, the writers, the artists and the musicians, to process, challenge and inspire us.I care about the world that we inhabit, I am conscious of my impact upon it, and choose hope and healing over ‘hands in the air helplessness’.I am a practitioner of the Art of Hosting and Harvesting conversations that matter and am constantly surprised by the power of good process, design and hosting to generate positive relationships, connection and outcomes that are owned by everyone. I am energized by diversity and complexity; I value curiosity, experimentation and authenticity.I am grateful.