Karen Doyle Graduate journey
Started to take a greater involvement in work forums, being a presenter at Statewide conferences and being utilised for interviews etc. Involved as an L to P mentor to assist young drivers to reach 120 hours of driving practice
Felt the benefit of making a positive difference in a young person’s life.
Greatly increased my confidence.
Gave birth to a daughter in 2009 and became an independent mother.
Boosted my work profile Increased my professional skills
Took on a role on the Victorian Mineral Water Committee from 2009 to 2012
Became a mentor in the Young Adult Empowerment program Became a member of Tourism Hepburn
Provided support as a classroom helper
Opened up great networks. Increased my access to expertise and board processes.
Assisting with Young Adult Empowerment brochure..
Lots of community involvement in the work I do
Participated on Leadership Ballarat and Western Region’s promotional material
2014
2006 ) As a parent, had little time for others.
Reduced my capacity to connect with community..
Mentoring role was a challenge, and my mentee went off the rails and we lost contact.
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