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Graduates of the 2024 Cardinia Community Leadership Program celebrated

Graduates of the 2024 Cardinia Community Leadership Program stand proud with their certificates of completion; joined by program organiser Cardinia Shire Council's Community Development Facilitator, Kym Ockerby, and program facilitator Tony Matthews.
Graduates of the 2024 Cardinia Community Leadership Program stand proud with their certificates of completion; joined by program organiser Cardinia Shire Council’s Community Development Facilitator, Kym Ockerby, and program facilitator Tony Matthews.

Published: 25 November 2024

Cardinia Shire Council is proud to announce and celebrate the graduates of the 2024 Cardinia Community Leadership Program.

This year marks the conclusion of the program’s seventh successful year, highlighting the Council’s ongoing commitment to fostering strong community leadership.

The Cardinia Community Leadership Program is designed to empower existing and emerging community leaders.

Over the past six months, participants have engaged in a comprehensive curriculum aimed at enhancing their leadership capabilities, understanding of local community issues, and ability to drive positive change.

Upon graduation, participants join an esteemed alumni network of over 100 previous graduates who continue to demonstrate leadership within their communities.

Congratulations to the 2024 Graduates:

  • Allison Haddock
  • Amrapali Mithunakumar
  • Emma Hura
  • Femke Swanton
  • Imran Shaukat
  • Kirra Kruzicevic
  • Maria Midoriya
  • Mavette Sanut
  • Mitchell Amore
  • Sai Dhiruselvam
  • Samantha-Jane Potter
  • Shawn Mendis
  • Simone Wade
  • Sivadutt Parangan
  • Tina Forte
  • Xenia Sanut
  • Yibo Shan

Cardinia Shire Council CEO, Carol Jeffs, expressed pride in the graduates, stating, “The dedication and growth demonstrated by this year’s participants are commendable. Their journey through the program has equipped them with the skills and confidence to make significant contributions to our community.”

By investing in local leaders, the Council ensures that Cardinia Shire continues to thrive with engaged and capable individuals ready to tackle community challenges.

About the Cardinia Community Leadership Program

The Cardinia Community Leadership Program is a unique initiative that runs annually. It includes a series of workshops, practical activities, and networking opportunities designed to build leadership skills and foster a deeper understanding of the community.

Participants benefit from the shared experiences of community and industry leaders, as well as collaborative work on real community issues.

The program is proudly funded and hosted by Cardinia Shire Council.

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