Empowering refugees. Connecting communities.
 

Our Team

 
 

Our group is powered by the dedication of passionate volunteers. Here are a few people in our current team.

 

Laurie I Chairperson

Laurie has taught in primary and secondary schools in the USA, UK and Australia. He has been Principal of 3 Australian primary schools over 18 years. Since retiring from his Principal role, he has resumed teaching part-time and has worked with the education faculties of several universities. Along with Kaye, he coordinates WRS, provides teacher training and leads our KL trips.

Kaye I Secretary

Kaye trained initially as a teacher and has taught at all levels of education, but more recently works as a social worker with young children and their families in Melbourne. Along with Laurie, she coordinates WRS, provides child safety training and leads our KL trips.

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Frank I Treasurer

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Elsie I Teaching

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Tim I Teaching

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Gaye I Teaching + Design

Ian I Marketing + Development

Angela I Digital Literacy Education Lead

Ellie I Media + Communications

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Liam I Media

Thomas I Volunteer

Sophie I Teaching

 

It is with great sadness that Westgate Refugee Support shares the passing of volunteer John Morris. We would like to acknowledge John’s generosity and significant involvement with WRS, including his valued contributions across our finance management, teaching and organisational administration.

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