Meet Our Team

Meet our Head Office Team

Nader, One Culture Chief Executive Officer
Josh, One Culture Strategic & Operations Officer
  • Nader’s aim as a One Culture worker is to be a part of an organisation that has a positive impact on the community.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Hard working, reliable and trustworthy

    Hobbies:
    Football and bike riding

    Languages spoken:
    English and Arabic

    Favourite Quote:
    “If you cannot be the reason for someone to enjoy sports do not be the reason for them to stop.”

Nader

Josh

  • Josh’s aim as a One Culture worker is to provide more opportunities to young people and foster positive relationships.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Passionate, Competitive and Father

    Hobbies:
    Sports, travelling and watching movies.

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite Quote:
    ’”I can’t see a way through,” said the boy. “Can you see your next step?” “Yes. Just take that,” said the horse.’

Vanina, General Manager at One Culture Support Services
Dee, One Culture Support Services' Accounts Manager
  • Vanina’s aim as a One Culture worker is to bring support to as many people as we can, teach them new skills and learn from them.

    Three words to describe herself: Empathetic, reliable and kind

    Hobbies:
    Reading a good book whilst drinking coffee, watching the sunrise after a walk and travelling.

    Languages spoken:
    English and Spanish

    Favourite Quote:
    ’Do not let the day end with our having grown a bit, with being happy, without having risen your dreams’

Vanina

Dee

  • Dee’s aim as a One Culture worker is to help the One Culture team to support participants to achieve their goals.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Easy going, reliable and inquisitive

    Hobbies:
    Listening to music, watching movies and gardening

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    ’Before you judge a man, walk a mile in his shoes’

Doni, One Culture Sports Program Manager
Ana, One Culture Support Services' Onboarding Officer
  • Doni’s aim as a One Culture worker is to support people achieve their goals.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Patient, outgoing and friendly

    Hobbies:
    Sports and music

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    ’Believe in yourself’

Doni

Kristina

  • Kristina’s aim as a One Culture worker is to be a part of a culture that supports and empowers individuals to feel in control of their lives and encourages others to be the best version of themselves.

    Three words to describe herself: Empathetic, supportive and respectful

    Hobbies:
    Crafts, listening to music, reading, hanging out with friends, going to the gym and she also hopes to get back into swimming and dancing.

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    ‘Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier.’ - Mother Teresa

Ana, One Culture Support Services' Service Coordinator
  • Palak’s aim as a One Culture worker it to provide companionship and emotional support to participants which typically involves developing close and trusting relationships.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Friendly, Caring & Outgoing!

    Hobbies:
    Exercise, Horror Movies, Arts & Craft

    Languages spoken:
    English, Hindi & Punjabi

    Favourite quote:
    ‘Everyone has been made for some particular work and the desire for that work has ben put in every heart’

Palak

Ana

  • Ana’s aim as a One Culture worker is to improve the lives of her participants by providing compassionate care, assistance with activities of daily living, and emotional support. She strives to promote their independence, improve their social skills, and help them achieve their personal goals.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Compassionate, empathetic and diligent

    Hobbies:
    Reading, listening to music, walking in nature and playing sports

    Languages spoken:
    English and Spanish

    Favourite quote:
    ‘Be the change you wish to see in the world’ - Mahatma Gandhi

  • Melinda’s aim as a One Culture worker is to empower each person she works with to trust and believe that they already have what it takes.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Positive, compassionate and driven.

    Hobbies:
    Running, swimming at the beach and exploring local bush-walks.

    Languages Spoken:
    English with a Kiwi accent.

    Favourite quote:
    ‘What's the best that could happen’

Mel

James

  • James’ aim as a One Culture worker is to provide a fun, safe and inclusive sports environment with potential to develop sports specific skills and make friends whilst doing it!

    Three words to describe himself:
    Enthusiastic, fun and kind

    Hobbies:
    Anything movement based, Dirt Bike Racing, Rugby League, Researching and Netflix.

    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Favourite Quote:
    ’You never know until you try!’

Meet our SA
Allied Health Team

Scott, One Culture Allied Health Coordinator and Assistant
Maurice, One Culture Physiotherapist
  • Scott’s aim as a One Culture worker worker is to help those who are more dependent become independent through physical activity and exercise.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Sporty, caring and enthusiastic

    Hobbies:
    Playing and watching football

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    ’All progress takes place outside the comfort zone’

Scott

Maurice

  • Maurice’s aim as a One Culture worker worker is to facilitate all those with disabilities to work towards their personal goals through therapy, exercise and empowerment.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Caring, driven and passionate

    Hobbies:
    Volleyball, tennis, soccer, gym and travelling

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    ’Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you'll land among the stars’

Amelia, One Culture Exercise Physiotherapist
Michael, One Culture Allied Health Assistant
  • Amelia’s aim as a One Culture worker is to help those with disabilities improve their physical and mental health, and achieve their goals through movement and exercise.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Passionate, kind and fun

    Hobbies:
    Netball, gym and hanging out with my dog

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    'Everything happens for a reason’

Amelia

Michael

  • Michael’s aim as a One Culture worker is to gain experience as an Allied Health Assistant. He wants to work with participants to help ensure that they meet their goals and have the best possible outcome.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Caring, reliable and adventurous

    Hobbies:
    Being active outdoors, gardening, spending time with his family and friends and learning to speak Spanish.

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    ’It doesn’t cost anything to be kind’

NSW Physiotherapist, Mitch
NSW Allied Health Assistant, Isaiah
NSW Onboarding Officer & Allied Health Assistant
NSW Sports Program Manager and Allied Health Assistant, James
  • Melinda’s aim as a One Culture worker is to empower each person she works with to trust and believe that they already have what it takes.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Positive, compassionate and driven.

    Hobbies:
    Running, swimming at the beach and exploring local bush-walks.

    Languages Spoken:
    English with a Kiwi accent.

    Favourite quote:
    ‘What's the best that could happen’

Mel

James

  • James’ aim as a One Culture worker is to provide a fun, safe and inclusive sports environment with potential to develop sports specific skills and make friends whilst doing it!

    Three words to describe himself:
    Enthusiastic, fun and kind

    Hobbies:
    Anything movement based, Dirt Bike Racing, Rugby League, Researching and Netflix.

    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Favourite Quote:
    ’You never know until you try!’

NSW Sports Program Manager and Allied Health Assistant, James
NSW Onboarding Officer & Allied Health Assistant

Meet our NSW
Allied Health Team

  • Isaiah’s aim as a One Culture worker is to create an environment where everyone feels safe and have lots of fun while also learning essential skills that will help participants in sports and in life!

    Three words to describe himself:
    Exciting, relatable and patient

    Hobbies:
    Video games, basketball, exercising at the gym and hanging out with friends

    Languages spoken:
    English and limited Auslan

    Favourite quote:
    ‘The greatest mistake you can make is continuously fearing you'll make one’

Mitch

Isaiah

Meet our Sports Coaches

Wil, SA Inclusive Sports Coach
Andriana, SA Inclusive Sports Coach
Sam, SA Inclusive Sports Coach
Amir, SA Inclusive Sports Coach
Michael, SA Inclusive Sports Coach
Tristan, SA Inclusive Sports Coach

Michael

  • Michael’s aim as a One Culture worker is to give people with disabilities the best opportunity to enjoy playing sports.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Passionate, reliable and honest.

    Hobbies:
    Coaching sports (mostly basketball), playing video games, watching TV and hanging out with friends.

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    ‘If you can meet with triumph and disaster and treat those two imposters just the same.’

Tristan

  • Tristan’s aim as a One Culture worker is to promote inclusivity within any environment, encourage participation and give a sense of belonging particularly to young people with learning difficulties.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Inclusive, understanding and malleable.

    Hobbies:
    Sports journalism, writing, basketball broadcasting, playing AFL and cricket as well as playing video games like Mario and Donkey Kong.

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    ’All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us.’

Jay

  • Jay’s aim as a One Culture worker is to help everyone get involved and to have a great time.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Tall, hairy and fun

    Hobbies:
    Dj-ing, unicycle riding and juggling

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    ‘PPPPP (proper preparation prevents poor performance)’

Charlie

  • Charlie’s aim as a One Culture worker is to support and give a positive contribution to the lives of others and help facilitate others to reach their potential by providing both physical and emotional support.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Active, outgoing, adventurous

    Hobbies:
    Surfing, soccer, camping and going to the gym

    Languages spoken:
    English and Japanese

    Favourite quote:
    ‘Do good and good will come to you’

Connor, NSW Inclusive Sports Coach
Ronan, NSW Inclusive Sports Coach

Connor

  • Connor’s aim as a One Culture worker is to help teach others.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Tall, slim and a basketballer

    Hobbies:
    Motorbikes and basketball

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    ‘Work hard’

Ronan

  • Ronan’s aim as a One Culture worker is to share his love for basketball with others.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Energetic, enthusiastic and passionate

    Hobbies:
    Basketball, guitar and fishing

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    ‘If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door’

Wendy, NSW Inclusive Sports Coach
David, NSW Inclusive Sports Coach
  • Wendy’s aim as a One Culture worker is to help everyone enjoy tennis.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Friendly, happy and helpful

    Hobbies:
    Cooking and knitting

    Languages spoken:
    English and Sign Language

    Favourite quote:
    ‘Try again, good work’

Wendy

David

  • David’s aim as a One Culture worker is to try and help others to become good tennis players.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Tennis player, happy and friendly

    Hobbies:
    Xbox, movies and looking after his birds and dog, Tonto

    Languages spoken:
    English and Sign Language

    Favourite quote:
    ‘Come on!’

Mark, NSW Inclusive Sports Coach
Katie, NSW Inclusive Sports Coach
  • Mark’s aim as a One Culture worker is to help others and make sure that everyone has fun!

    Three words to describe himself:
    Sporty, happy and enthusiastic

    Hobbies:
    Basketball, surfing and snowboarding

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    ‘For the love of the game’ - Michael Jordan

Mark

Katie

  • Katie’s aim as a One Culture worker is to share her love for sport and make sure everyone is having a fun and safe time!

    Three words to describe herself:
    Kind, passionate and fun

    Hobbies:
    Coaching and playing netball

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    ’Do not judge me by my successes, judge me by how many times I fell down and got back up again’ - Nelson Mandela

Matt, NSW Inclusive Sports Coach
Jodie, NSW Coach

Matt

  • Matt’s aim as a One Culture worker is to make sure kids get opportunities to play sports and have fun, regardless of their abilities.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Dedicated, empathetic and passionate

    Hobbies:
    Adding to his comic book collection, gardening and playing/coaching/watching basketball. Going to Sydney Kings games.

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    ‘Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.’

Jodie

  • Jodie’s aim as a One Culture worker is to promote a fun, welcoming and inclusive environment whilst developing sporting skills. Also, to encourage positivity and friendships.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Positive, Energetic and Spontaneous.

    Hobbies:
    Morning runs, walks to the beach with dogs, family time, curling up with a good book.

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    'Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference.'

Andriana

Wil

  • Wil’s aim as a One Culture worker is to create an environment where people who enjoy sports are able to share their experiences and have fun playing with others.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Happy, nice and relaxed

    Hobbies:
    Playing and watching soccer and playing video games

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    ‘Talent without working hard is nothing’

  • Andriana’s aim as a One Culture worker is to help keep people positive and work hard to succeed.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Cheerful, kind and friendly

    Hobbies:
    Playing tennis, reading books, going to the beach, watching movies and spending time with her friends and family.

    Languages spoken:
    English and Greek

    Favourite quote:
    ’Be blessed everyday and stay happy’

  • Amir’s aim as a One Culture worker is to help players enjoy their chosen sport and, learn technical and interpersonal skills that can be applied to various areas of their lives.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Passionate, personable and caring

    Hobbies:
    Sport, theology and watching action movies

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    ’Treat others the way you would like to be treated’

Sam

  • Sam’s aim as a One Culture worker is to build people’s confidence and enjoy sport together!

    Three words to describe himself:
    Relaxed, fun and loyal

    Hobbies:
    Playing soccer, bike riding, beach days with his family and cooking.

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    ‘You live and you learn’

Amir

Charlie, NSW Inclusive Sports Coach
Jay, NSW Inclusive Sports Coach

Meet our Support Workers and Mentors

Sophie, SA Support Worker
Efika, SA Support Worker
  • Sophie’s aim as a One Culture worker is to encourage and support people to reach their goals, and to become more confident in their abilities and skills.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Energetic, friendly and tall

    Hobbies:
    Netball, spending time with her cat, running, hiking and reading.

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    ’Consistency trumps motivation’

Sophie

Efika

  • Efika’s aim as a One Culture worker is to make a difference in people’s lives, helping and supporting them wherever she can.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Cheerful, thoughtful and friendly

    Hobbies:
    Football, writing, singing, basketball and listening to music

    Languages spoken:
    English, Bahasa Indonesia and a little bit of Malay and Filipino

    Favourite quote:
    ’When you have a dream, you’ve got to grab it and never let go’

Muhammad, SA Support Worker
Thomaz, SA Support Worker
  • Muhammad’s aim as a One Culture worker is to have a positive impact on people’s lives.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Caring, empathetic and fit

    Hobbies:
    Going to the gym

    Languages spoken:
    English, Urdu and Sariki

    Favourite quote:
    ’We're different animals but the same beast’

Muhamad

Thomaz

  • Thomaz’s aim as a One Culture worker is to feel even happier working as something that he really enjoys.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Happy, focused and friendly

    Hobbies:
    Sports, bike riding, gym and the beach

    Languages spoken:
    English, Spanish and Portuguese

    Favourite quote:
    ’You cannot discover new oceans unless you have the courage to lose sight of the shore’

Jai, SA Support Worker
Victoria, SA Support Worker
  • Jai’s aim as a One Culture worker is to make a positive impact on individuals lives who are disadvantaged.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Caring, outgoing and positive

    Hobbies:
    Soccer

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    ’Enjoy life today, because yesterday is gone, and tomorrow is never promised’

Jai

Victoria

  • Victoria’s aim as a One Culture worker is to make the participants she works with feel inclusive and respected, and maximise their strengths to empower themselves.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Positive, outgoing and optimistic

    Hobbies:
    Swimming and watching Netflix in her spare time

    Languages spoken:
    Cantonese, English and Mandarin

    Favourite quote:
    ’Never give up and always be positive to yourself’

Hayden, SA Support Worker
Garba, SA Support Worker
  • Hayden’s aim as a One Culture worker is to help participants from all backgrounds increase their capacity.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Energetic, passionate and innovative

    Hobbies:
    Muay Thai, spending time with his dog, riding motorcycles, reading and drawing.

    Languages spoken:
    English and Cantonese

    Favourite quote:
    ’It always seems impossible until it’s done’

Hayden

Garba

  • Garba’s aim as a One Culture worker is to empower individuals from diverse backgrounds achieve their goals.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Focused, resourceful and reliable

    Hobbies:
    Soccer, watching movies, playing video games, traveling, exploring, and photography

    Languages spoken:
    English and Hausa

    Favourite quote:
    ’Believe you can and you are halfway there’

Mahamoud, SA Support Worker
Joanna, SA Support Worker
  • Mahamoud’s aim as a One Culture worker is to assist and empower individuals to actively participate in their community while achieving their goals.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Driven, empathetic and approachable

    Hobbies:
    Soccer, gym, hiking, reading and travelling.

    Languages spoken:
    English and Arabic

    Favourite quote:
    ’Failure is an inescapable part of life and a critically important part of any successful life’

Mahamoud

Joanna

  • Joanna’s aim as a One Culture support services worker is to bring positivity and a healthy mindset into participant’s lives. To promote independence and help participants fulfil their goals whilst seeing the good in everyday life to have gratitude towards.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Compassionate, calm and optimistic

    Hobbies:
    Travelling, gym, being outdoors in the sunshine, visiting markets,  baking, cooking and reading.

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    ‘In the end, it is your mind that translates the outside world into happiness or misery.’

Ibrahim, SA Support Worker
Robert, SA Support Worker
  • Ibrahim’s aim as a One Culture worker is to encourage participants to help and support all those in need, regardless of their backgrounds.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Thoughtful, persistent and reliable

    Hobbies:
    Sports, games, movies and cars

    Languages spoken:
    English and Turkish

    Favourite quote:
    ‘The strong is not the one who is physically powerful, but indeed, the one who controls himself when angry’

Ibrahim

Robert

  • Robert’s aim as a One Culture worker is to look after the well-being of people in their daily lives. To help people to live their lives more independently and support them to reach their potential by providing both physical and emotional support.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Friendly, understanding and supporting

    Languages spoken:
    English, French, Swahili, Kirundi, Kinyarwanda, and Luganda

    Favourite quote:
    ’Without commitment, you'll never start. But more importantly, without consistency, you'll never finish’ Denzel Washington

Olav, SA Support Worker
Sabir, SA Support Worker
  • Olav’s aim as a One Culture worker is to assist and support people to improve their overall wellbeing.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Calm, passionate and fun

    Hobbies:
    Soccer, basketball, chess, food and animals

    Languages spoken:
    English and Dutch

    Favourite quote:
    ‘Come as you are’

Olav

Sabir

  • Sabir’s aim as a One Culture worker is to make significant positive impacts in the lives of the participants in numerous aread, so that they can enjoy life as a whole.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Caring, optimistic and friendly

    Hobbies:
    Soccer, video games and socialising

    Languages spoken:
    English, Somali and Swahili

    Favourite quote:
    ‘Prepared for the worst, but always praying for the best’

Natasha, SA Support Worker
Michael, SA Support Worker
  • Natasha’s aim as a One Culture worker is to help people in the community with good service and help them achieve things they never thought they could. She also wants to help individuals become more independent and be able to achieve anything they put their mind to.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Respectful, kind and reliable

    Hobbies:
    Soccer, dance, baking, watching movies; going to be beach, hanging out with her son and family.

    Languages spoken:
    English and currently learning Cantonese

    Favourite quote:
    ‘Nothing is impossible; the word itself says “I'm possible!”’

Natasha

Michael

  • Michael’s aim as a One Culture worker is to become a competent community worker in the near future, through practicing his skills.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Tall, caring and kind

    Hobbies:
    Basketball, cooking and music

    Languages spoken:
    Cantonese, English, Mandarin, Korean and Japanese

    Favourite quote:
    ‘Don’t have a good day, have a wonderful day’

Tahlia, SA Support Worker
Zoe, SA Support Worker
  • Tahlia’s aim as a One Culture worker is to make a change where and when she can.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Patient, considerate and caring

    Hobbies:
    Swimming, reading, dancing and photography.

    Languages spoken:
    English, Arabic and French

    Favourite quote:
    ‘Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes and memory’

Tahlia

Zoe

  • Zoe’s aim as a One Culture worker is to put a smile on the faces of the people he works with and to provide a fun atmosphere whilst assisting people in achieving their goals.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Bubbly, outgoing and kind

    Hobbies:
    Netball, dance, watching movies, music and reading

    Languages spoken:
    English and Greek

    Favourite quote:
    ‘If you stumble, make it part of the dance’

Carolyne, SA Support Worker
Abdulmatiin, SA Support Worker
  • Carolyne’s aim as a One Culture worker is to provide a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment where participants are able to grow and develop at their own pace to maximise their potential in all aspects of their lives.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Easy going, passionate and reliable

    Hobbies:
    Long drives, adventure walks and cooking

    Languages spoken:
    English and Swahili

    Favourite quote:
    ‘Somewhere inside all of us is the power to change the world’

Carolyne

Abdulmatin

  • Abdulmatiin’s aim as a One Culture worker is to make life better for people living with a disability; to empower and improve their everyday life.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Ambitious, passionate and hardworking

    Hobbies:
    Sports, fitness, reading, drawing and helping others

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    ’Conviction introduces emotion, which is the enemy of Oratory’

Anil, SA Support Worker
Kim, SA Support Worker
  • Anil’s aim as a One Culture worker is to provide care to others, have fun and ensure their safety.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Friendly, supportive and hardworking

    Hobbies:
    Music, fitness and boxing

    Languages spoken:
    English, Dari, Pashto, Tajiki, and Hindi

    Favourite quote:
    ’Work hard and be kind’

Anil

Kim

  • Kim’s aim as a One Culture worker is to help participants live as independently as possible in the areas that they need and try to make a positive difference in someone’s life.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Patient, understanding and energetic

    Hobbies:
    Football, futsal, singing and dancing

    Languages spoken:
    English and Vietnamese

    Favourite quote:
    ’Do what you can, with what you have, where you are’

Michael, SA Support Worker
Kate, SA Support Worker
Manchun, SA Support Worker
Tereza, SA Support Worker
  • Manchun’s aim as One Culture worker is to encourage participants he works with to improve their knowledge and skills.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Energetic, inspired and adventurous

    Hobbies:
    Badminton, rock climbing, sailing, trail running, photography and car drives

    Languages spoken:
    English, Cantonese and Mandarin

    Favourite quote:
    ‘The problem is the problem, the person is not the problem’

Manchun

Tereza

  • Tereza’s aim as a One Culture worker is to bring out the best out of our participants by providing a service where they feel welcome and can grow as individuals.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Positive, passionate and ambitious

    Hobbies:
    Playing soccer, netball and spending time with friends

    Languages spoken:
    English and Dinka

    Favourite quote:
    ‘Be the change you wish to see in the world’

Felisha, SA Support Worker
Jim, SA Support Worker
  • Felisha’s aim as a One Culture worker is to learn as well as share her experiences and skills to contribute to One Culture's social mission by ensuring every participants receives the support they want and need to work towards their individual goals.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Patient, caring and friendly

    Hobbies:
    Hiking, exploring new places, spending time with friends and family and learning new things

    Languages spoken:
    English and Tok Pisin

    Favourite quote:
    ’Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts’

Felisha

Jim

  • Jim’s aim as One Culture worker is to be the best and profession in his role and make people happy.

    Hobbies:
    Soccer, boxing and restoring cars

    Languages spoken:
    English, Greek and a bit of Spanish

    Favourite quote:
    ‘Be the best at what your doing’

Alice, SA Support Worker
Zully, SA Support Worker
Tara, SA Support Worker
Amber, SA Support Worker
  • Tara’s aim as One Culture worker is to support others in having a meaningful life.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Kind, passionate and responsible.

    Hobbies:
    Going to the gym, spending time with family and going on walks.

    Languages spoken:
    English, Kurdish and Persian.

    Favourite quote:
    ‘Treat people the way they like to live, not the way you like to live.’

Tara

Amber

  • Amber’s aim as One Culture worker is to make an impact by providing friendly support and encouragement to participants who need it, and help everyone enjoy life a little bit more easily.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Creative, thoughtful and organised.

    Hobbies:
    Making art, bird watching, going on nature walks, cooking and bike riding.

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    ‘In a world where you can be anything, be kind.’

Diana, SA Support Worker
Murtaza, SA Support Worker
  • Diana’s aim as One Culture worker is to provide empathetic and effective assistance to those in need, fostering a sense of community and belonging.

    Three words to describe herself: Compassionate, dedicated and proactive.

    Hobbies:
    Reading, hiking, swimming and dancing.

    Languages spoken:
    English and Spanish.

    Favourite quote:
    "The only way to do great work is to love what you do." - Steve Jobs.

Diana

Murtaza

  • Murtaza’s aim as One Culture worker is to help individuals reach their goals and to create an environment where they can feel safe and loved.

    Three words to describe himself: Passionate, calm and responsible.

    Hobbies:
    Soccer, music and watching sports.

    Languages spoken:
    English, Farsi and Urdu.

    Favourite quote:
    “If you quit once, it becomes a habit. Never quit!” - Micheal Jordan.

Sagar, SA Support Worker
Sukhraj, SA Support Worker
Xia, SA Support Worker
Louise, SA Support Worker
  • Xia’s aim as One Culture worker is to make an impact by providing friendly support and encouragement to participants who need it, and help everyone enjoy life a little bit more easily.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Open-minded, helpful and honest

    Hobbies:
    Travelling, studying and fitness

    Languages spoken:
    Mandarin and English

    Favourite quote:
    ‘Be careful not to enter another’slife if you canno be a gift.’ - Neale Donald Walsch

Xia

Louise

  • Louise’s aim as One Culture worker is to assist clients in developing their abilities, fostering a positive and enriched life experience for them. I am committed to promoting not only their well-being but also their mental and emotional growth.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Reliable, patient and responsible.

    Hobbies:
    Traveling, watching movies and cooking.

    Languages spoken:
    English and Mandarin.

    Favourite quote:
    In a world where you can be anything, choose to be kind.

Saba, SA Support Worker
Jasmin, SA Support Worker
  • Saba’s aim as One Culture worker is to be apart of the team to help people grow and achieve their goals.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Positive, enthusiastic and available.

    Hobbies:
    Painting, garden and cooking.

    Languages spoken:
    Hindi, Urdu and English.

    Favourite quote:
    ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​It’s never to late to be what you might have been.

Saba

Jasmin

  • Jasmin’s aim as One Culture worker is to look after the well-being of people in their daily lives and support them with what they need.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Hard-worker, friendly and a good communicator.

    Hobbies:
    Walking, cooking and going outside with my friends.

    Languages spoken:
    English and Arabic.

    Favourite quote:
    A goal without a plan just a dream.

Andrew, SA Support Worker
Claire, SA Support Worker
  • Andrew’s aim as a One Culture Support Worker is to provide compassionate and dedicated assistance to individuals in need, fostering an environment of support, empowerment, and positive change within our community.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Compassionate, reliable and proactive.

    Hobbies:
    Basketball, Soccer and athletics.

    Languages spoken:
    English, Ndebe, Zulu and Setswana.

    Favourite quote:
    “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” - Mahatma Gandhi

Andrew

Claire

  • Claire’s aim as a One Culture Support worker is to get the most out of her clients, allowing them to feel safe in any environment they are in with me. She also loves to build relationships with her clients, which further enhances her ability to get them to engage in any activities on offer. She strives to support individuals to reach their full potential in an enjoyable environment.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Genuine, personable and outgoing.

    Hobbies:
    Netball, Basketball, hanging out with friends and family, listening to music and going to the gym.

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    “What you put in, you get back.”

  • Kate’s aim as a One Culture worker is to help out and look after others.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Happy, helpful and kind

    Hobbies:
    Australian football and other sports

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    ‘Treat people the way you want to be treated’

Michael

  • Michael’s aim as One Culture worker is to connect, support and encourage young people to push their limits and try new things as well as meet new people.

    Three words to describe himself:
    Energetic, happy and optimistic

    Hobbies:
    Watching the rugby union, spending time with his wife and kids as well as attending the gym.

    Languages spoken:
    English

    Favourite quote:
    ‘It’s not the size of the dog in the fight, it’s size of the fight in the dog’

Kate

  • Zully’s aim as One Culture worker is to assist people to improve their lives and create a more inclusive community.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Open-minded, Empathetic and Sincere.

    Hobbies:
    Yoga, reading, hiking and dancing.

    Languages spoken:
    English and Spanish

    Favourite quote:
    ‘Just one small positive thought in the morning can change your whole day.’

Alice

  • Alice’s aim as a One Culture worker is to help empower and encourage others, contribute to the continuous success of OCSS.

    Three words to describe herself:
    Positive, passionate and brace

    Hobbies:
    Playing guitar (still learning), cooking and sports

    Languages spoken:
    English, Swahili and a little bit of French

    Favourite quote:
    ‘There’s always light. If only we’re brave enough to see it. If only we’re brave enough to be it’

Zully

  • Sukhraj’s aim as One Culture worker is to to become a good support worker and help people in their communities.

    Hobbies:
    Playing cricket and football.

    Languages spoken:
    Punjabi And English.

    Favourite quote:
    “The true sign of intelligence is not knowledge, but imagination.” - Albert Einstein

Sagar

Sukhraj