By Violet Li
Community development coordinator Zohra Hasib at Hampton Park Community House has been recognised for her inspirational efforts in Victoria’s adult and community education sector at this year’s Learn Local Awards.
The awards recognise Victorians across eight categories, highlighting the achievements of learners, trainers and leaders, as well as programs and partnerships throughout the year.
Zohra has been listed as one of the four finalists in the pre-accredited trainer category.
Migrating to Australia over 30 years ago, she completed her VCE, Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, Diploma in Community Services Management, and the ACFE Adult Literacy and Numeracy Program.
She said she was extremely thankful that she made it this far and that it wouldn’t have been possible without the support of her awesome team at Hampton Park Community House.
“I absolutely love working in the community and with our awesome community members,” she said.
“I learn so much from my students and am grateful for all the love and respect I get from these amazing humans.
“Watching my students grow makes my heart fill with joy. Seeing the beautiful smiles on their faces when they get an answer correct, learn a new word, a meaning of a new word or write their first sentences always brings a tear to my eye and makes me realise how much I love what I do.”
According to the State Government, Learn Local plays a critical role in Victoria’s post-secondary system, offering a unique community-based learning option with a focus on the individual needs of learners.
More than 240 not-for-profit community organisations are registered as Learn Locals.
The awards prize pool offers a total of $84,000, with organisation award category winners receiving $10,000, individual category winners $5000 and category finalists $1000.
Winners will be announced at the 2023 Learn Local Awards gala ceremony to be held on 24 November.
See the finalists and find out more at vic.gov.au/learn-local-awards
