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Mary Amodu

03volunteering, leadership & community involvement

giving back

Giving back matters to me. This is a space for the moments I spend helping others, the communities I'm part of and the causes close to my heart.

Volunteers sorting donations at a food bank
Reference photo (public domain, US Navy via Wikimedia Commons) — not me, but the kind of community work I'd love to be part of.

what matters to me

causes close to my heart

Housing and welcoming communities — places where everyone feels at home.

Volunteering · Leadership · Community

giving back and getting involved

My experiences outside the workplace have helped me develop confidence, communication and an appreciation for working with different people. From representing students through school council to supporting charity events, I have enjoyed opportunities to contribute, take responsibility and be part of a team.

key skills

  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Teamwork
  • Organisation
  • Community Engagement

01

School & community

Volunteering

Charity Events & Fundraising Volunteer

Helping charity events and fundraising run smoothly.

what I did

  • Assisted with organising and supporting charity events.
  • Helped prepare event spaces and welcome attendees.
  • Supported fundraising activities and encouraged participation.
  • Worked alongside others to help events run smoothly.

what I learned

Communication, teamwork and organisational skills.

02

Sacred Heart of Mary's Girls' School

Leadership

School Council Representative

Representing students' views at school.

what I did

  • Represented students' views and contributed ideas to improve school life.
  • Participated in discussions about student experiences and school activities.
  • Helped communicate feedback and suggestions.

what I learned

Confidence, leadership, teamwork and communication skills.

03

Ongoing

Community

Community Involvement

Getting involved in school and community life.

what I did

  • Participated in school and community activities.
  • Supported initiatives focused on bringing people together.

what I learned

The importance of community engagement and helping others.