Jorja is the first in her family to attend university – now, she’s ensuring others have the opportunity.
Sarah Dove has always been drawn to helping others and knew she belonged in a career where she could make change. As a nursing tutor with the UC Equity and Participation Program, she’s found the perfect role to unite her love for nursing, and desire to help others overcome social injustice.
Vicki McCarthy is the first in her family to pursue a tertiary education, with her love of sport leading to exercise-based research as a University of Canberra PhD candidate.
In an industry dominated by men, UC alumna Erika Bell has carved out a successful tech career, sharing her story to attract more diversity to the sector.
This year Mijica Lus was recognised as a 2022 Young Canberra Citizen of the Year, for her contributions in volunteering across Canberran not for profit organisations.