Volunteering & Community Impact
Dedicated to driving positive change through mentoring, education, and community support across 14+ programs. My journey involves bridging gaps for international students, creating accessible educational resources, and fostering mental well-being within academic communities.
What Drives My Volunteering
Education Access
Teaching Python, helping with job applications, and supporting students through their academic journey.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Certified Mental Health First Aider. Supporting student welfare through food pantries and support groups.
Community Building
Bridging cultures as a Study NSW Ambassador, helping international students thrive in Australia.
Programs & Initiatives
14+ volunteering programs since 2022
Community Supporter – Charitism
Charitism
Long-term financial supporter of community initiatives including food drives and birthday celebrations for underprivileged children.
UTS SOUL Award – Community Volunteer
University of Technology Sydney
Participating in university community volunteer initiatives through the UTS SOUL Award program.
Event Volunteer – Social Enterprise Festival
The Social Enterprise Council of NSW & ACT (SECNA)
Volunteering at the 2025 Social Enterprise Festival, connecting the public with businesses creating social and environmental impact.
UTS Peer Network – Orientation Volunteer
University of Technology Sydney
Supporting new students during UTS Spring 2025 Orientation with campus tours, event facilitation, and student welcome activities.
Code Club Facilitator (Python)
Code Club (UTS SOUL)
Co-facilitating a 6-week Python Code Club at Dundas Library as part of the UTS SOUL Award Program.
Student Welfare Volunteer – Bluebird Pantry
UTS Students' Association (UTSSA)
Volunteering at UTS's free student pantry, providing essential food items to students in need through a token-based distribution system.
Festival Volunteer – Vivid Sydney 2025
Vivid Sydney (Casual Hands)
Volunteering at Vivid Sydney 2025, Australia's largest festival of light, music, and ideas, helping visitors navigate the stunning light installations near the Opera House.
Volunteer – TalkFest Communication Program
UTS HELPS
Facilitating weekly English-speaking sessions for international students to improve conversational confidence in an inclusive setting.
International Student Engagement Ambassador
Study NSW (NSW Government)
Welcoming newly arrived international students at Sydney Airport and guiding them through their first steps in Australia.
Community Volunteer – Newtown Mission
Red Cross Newtown Mission
Supporting vulnerable community members by sorting and organizing donated clothing at Newtown Mission through the Australian Red Cross.
Wellbeing Volunteer – Nursery Event
ActivateUTS Wellbeing Reps
Promoting student mental health and stress relief through a creative, nature-themed wellbeing event.
Environmental Volunteer – Clean Up Australia Day
The Big Lift (Clean Up Australia Day)
Participating in a water-based environmental cleanup at Uhrs Point Reserve, removing waste from the river using a kayak.
Volunteer – Respect Now Always (RNA)
Respect Now Always (RNA) - University of Technology Sydney
Promoting consent education, respectful behaviour, and a safer campus environment during O-Fest 2025 through interactive engagement and peer-led discussions.
Community Volunteer – Robin Hood Army
Robin Hood Army
Volunteering with the Robin Hood Army, a zero-funds movement rescuing surplus food and redistributing it to the less fortunate.
Recognitions & Awards
Recognition for community contributions
UTS SOUL Award
Dec 2025Centre for Social Justice and Inclusion (UTS)
Completed 133.5 hours of social impact action across organisations including Study NSW, Communiteer, Respect Now Always, The Big Lift, Red Cross, and more. Recognises leadership in community engagement, critical self-reflection, and commitment to social justice.
Batyr Student Ambassador – Certificate of Appreciation
Nov 2025Batyr & UTS Counselling
Awarded for contribution to the Batyr Student Ambassador Program. Engaged 500+ students through events, awareness campaigns, and peer-led conversations to reduce mental health stigma and promote wellbeing.
Certificate of Appreciation – UTS AI Society
Nov 2025UTS AI Society
Recognised for contributions during the 2025 academic year, supporting events, initiatives, and the mission of inspiring future leaders in Artificial Intelligence at UTS.
NSW Volunteer of the Year – Adult Nominee
Aug 2025The Centre for Volunteering (NSW)
Nominated for the 2025 NSW Volunteer of the Year Award (Sydney City / Eastern Suburbs) through the UTS SOUL Award Program. This nomination recognises volunteering contributions during the first half of the year.
UTS Peer Network – Volunteer Recognition
Jul 2025UTS Orientation & Transition
Recognised for contribution to the Peer Network Program during Spring 2025 Orientation. Supported new students with 36.5 hours of volunteering across training and orientation events. Completed Team Building, Communication and Leadership training.
UTS SOUL Badge
Jul 2025Centre for Social Justice and Inclusion (UTS)
Completed the SOUL Badge (35 hours) by participating in skills workshops and verified volunteering activities focused on community service and social impact. Stage 1 of the SOUL Award pathway.
TalkFest Program – Communication Support Volunteer
Jul 2025UTS HELPS
Volunteered for 6 weeks during Autumn 2025, supporting international students in developing English communication skills in a friendly environment. Built intercultural understanding and community engagement.
UTS BUILD Leadership Program Graduate
Jun 2025UTS BUILD
Completed the international leadership development initiative designed to cultivate global citizenship, intercultural understanding, and community-driven leadership through volunteering and reflective workshops.
NSW International Student Volunteer Program
May 2025Study NSW (NSW Government)
Completed 30 hours of volunteering at the Sydney Airport International Student Welcome Desk, welcoming newly arrived students and guiding them through essential first steps in Australia.
Interested in Collaborating?
I'm always looking for new opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects. If you have a community initiative that could use support, let's connect.