Guess What I Learnt From My Community: Recent Episodes
Sharleen Pereira
Changes in circumstances can be stressful and isolating. But many people find a renewed sense of belonging at Marion Community Hubs. Join host Sharleen as she embarks on a journey of discovery through interviewing special guests who share how engaging with their community enhances and enriches their lives.
Final Episode for 2020 Community Champions is a growing opportunity to build awareness, wellbeing, and resilience within the community. Join Tony Fogarty as he shares his joy and passion in this great project that addresses isolation and encourages connections.
Glandore Community Centre is like no other centre in City of Marion. The buildings are rich with history dating back to 1890 where it once housed girls reformatory and then housing boys. Forward to today, the community can come together for eventful workshop and classes within the grounds and paint a different picture to what it originally stood for. Join my guest and Community Coordinator, Cathlin Day as she delves into how our history will always be remembered at Glandore Community Centre.
Knowledge is power. Formatting your life is the first step to setting your goals and what outcomes you desire for your future. Addressing his humble beginnings is my guests Damon Bradley and his Literacy trainer Ted Senyk.
Marion Neighbourhood Centres agrees how important it is for everyone to find a way to be active and enjoy getting fit. Join Yasmin, Community Hubs Project Officer, as she shares her experience in social interactions through various fitness programs.
The Cooinda Kitchen encourages all cultures to come together and celebrate diversity... with a plate and fork! Have a laugh with my guest Pat Munden a long serving volunteer of over 36 years.
Salam is a refugee from Syria. She created a community event called 'Sisters Of The World' at Mitchell Park Neighbourhood Centre. Her aim was to build and connect a stronger friendship with women from all backgrounds and cultures. Each event everyone would share their traditions such as special celebrations, currencies, and traditional outfits. Hear her story and how she overcame adversities and built a stronger life for a successful future.
What do you get when you see Tony Fogarty and the blokes at Trott Park Neighbhourhood Centre Men's Shed? A diversity of men who come together in a community environment, supporting, laughing and enjoying a good coffee! Oh and of course building and creating things! Join our host Sharleen Pereira, as she hears how Tony changed the mindset of loneliness and fear, and how the Men's Shed has positively impacted the community. For more information on Men's Shed, contact Trott Park Neighbourhood Centre and Glandore Neighbourhood Centre.
Wacky What? Wacky Wednesday! Do you want to know the Mitchell Park Community Centre secret to laughter and strong friendships? Join our host Sharleen Pereira, as she chats to the wonderful attendee Carmal Cardall about the success and happiness discovered weekly at the centre. For more information on Wacky Wednesday event contact Mitchell Park Community Centre.
Say hello to Jill Daviess, a wonderful long-standing Community Officer at Cooinda Neighbourhood Centre. Join our host Sharleen Pereira, as she chats with Jill about how all four Neighbourhood Centres encourage the community in activities, workshops and cultural engagements. Jill has seen significant changes in combating loneliness and isolation within the centres and great achievement in encouraging participation.
Introducing Sharleen Pereira, Podcast host for 'Guess What I Learnt From My Community'. Follow Sharleen through her community engagement and learn why her guests are so valuable to Marion Neighbourhood Centres. Sharleen shares her feelings on combating loneliness and isolation.