Volunteer Stories
EdConnect Australia is honoured to connect incredible and committed volunteers with schools and students and make a life-changing difference in their lives. Some of our volunteers have kindly agreed to share their personal stories. If you have a personal story you would like to share we would love to hear from you.
Deirdre’s Story
06/11/2023Lives lived and lives ahead On returning to Australia in 2015, after 44 years living in Asia, Deirdre Moss signed... Read More
Brian’s Story
17/10/2023Brian empowers students through intergenerational learning Brian Wood, a dedicated volunteer with a passion for mentoring and empowering young people,... Read More
Athena and student Brock’s Story
26/09/2023A remarkable story of connection, compassion and community At Maidens Park Primary School in Bunbury WA, Athena Sofilas, has been... Read More
Val’s Story
26/09/2023Val's Volunteer Garden Adventure Val Horsby's journey as a volunteer began in Albany in 2009, when she joined the School... Read More
Gary’s Story
03/08/2023Professional Leader and Engineer prioritises volunteering to assist youth in need In 2017, distinguished leader and chemical engineer Gary Frampton made... Read More
Stephen’s Story
11/07/2023Making a difference to our student's lives Stephen Klyen is an exceptional individual with a heart full of compassion, and... Read More
Vania’s Story
27/06/2023Finding purpose in volunteering A first generation Australian who found purpose in volunteering with EdConnect Australia, Vania Milton is passionate... Read More
Greg’s Story
27/06/2023Inspiring EdConnect volunteer assists students in social skill mentoring Meet Gregory, one of our inspiring 1,100 volunteers here at EdConnect... Read More
Diane’s Story
27/06/2023Assisting youth working through big emotions As per their Thursday routine, the literacy group students from Wentworthville Primary School gathered... Read More
Leonie’s Story
20/06/2023Continuing her journey in the education sector post-retirement Meet Leonie Cusick, one of the hundreds of compassionate EdConnect Australia volunteers... Read More