My dedication has been recognised with an Order of Australia Certificate of Commendation for Service to the Community (2009), Australian Defence Force Leadership and Teamwork Award (2009), and Rotary Pride of Workmanship Award Excellence in Leadership and Passion for Learning (2013). I have 15 years of experience in both government and NGO sectors (2008-present). Qualified with a Certificate of Engagement from the International Association of Public Participation (2015), I also have a Bachelor of Political, Economic, and Social Sciences from the University of Sydney (BPESS 2020).Passionate about the environment, I currently work as Carbon Integration Manager at Origin Energy (2023-present). I keep abreast of legislative change across the demand side of carbon markets, so Origin can meet its mandatory obligations and voluntary goals to play our part in Australia’s Net Zero 2050 commitments. Incl. the Renewable Energy Target (RET).I also have worked with National Carbon Bank of Australia (2020-2023), on the supply side of carbon markets, under the NSW Energy Saving Scheme (ESS) & with experience in Australian Carbon Credits (ACCUs).Locally, in government, for five years I served as an elected Councillor (Independent) with Warringah Council (2012-2017). This involved chairing the Environmental ECOS Strategic Reference Group (SRG). The SRG covered environmental issues for 4 lagoons, 9 beaches, and 1700ha of bushland. From this, I have a passion for the environment. The role also involved extensive experience in public speaking, such as being a speaker and MC at Australia Day and community events.Abroad, I have represented Australia at the youth precursor to the environmental G8 Summit on Climate Change in Hokkaido, Japan (2008) participated in the UNICEF Junior Roundtable on Human Rights in the Asia Pacific (2007), worked in Poland teaching English (2010-2011), and seen aid for women with disabilities in Nepal (June 2014). I have a passion for community service.In addition, I have over 15 years of experience volunteering with the environmental charity, OzGreen Australia (2009-present), and am now an elected Board Member (2018-present). I have experience in the event management and facilitation of an annual Environmental Education program for Sydney, ‘Youth Leading the World' (2009-present). The organisation has been recognised with a Eureka Prize, Banksia Award, and UN Media Peace Awards. Speaking candidly, I am available as a motivational speaker - invited to workplaces, educational institutions, and featured at International Women's Day events.