In this week’s episode, Josh chats with Sean Guy, a member of the Darwin Theatre Company board and was the winner of McDonald's NT Career Achievement Award in the 2023 Northern Territory Young Achiever Awards.



Sean Guy has been working at the Bookshop Darwin for over eleven years. In his time there, he has demonstrated creativity, innovation, and a genuine passion to support and engage with the community. In his career as an author/playwright, he has written four successful books, joined the Darwin Theatre Company board, and had plays performed around the country.

In this week’s episode, Josh chats with Sean Guy, a member of the Darwin Theatre Company board and was the winner of McDonald's NT Career Achievement Award in the 2023 Northern Territory Young Achiever Awards.
 
Sean Guy has been working at the Bookshop Darwin for over eleven years. In his time there, he has demonstrated creativity, innovation, and a genuine passion to support and engage with the community. In his career as an author/playwright, he has written four successful books, joined the Darwin Theatre Company board, and had plays performed around the country.

Join us as we chat with inspirational Australians making a real difference in their
communities, Australia and often the world.


Be inspired by ordinary Australians achieving extraordinary things!

Join us as we chat with inspirational Australians making a real difference in their communities, Australia and often the world.
 Be inspired by ordinary Australians achieving extraordinary things!

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Sean Sean Guy: A Decade of Literary Dedication and Creative Brilliance Guy

In this week’s episode, Geoff chats with Theresa Mitchell, who is representing Agape Outreach Inc – Winner’s of the 2023 NSW/ACT Community Achievement Awards - Awards Australia Connecting Communities Award.

Agape Outreach Inc was founded by Theresa Mitchell in 2009, started with distributing meals to those in need. It has since grown to over 240 volunteers, providing 800 weekly meals across New South Wales and Queensland. Agape's model rescues edible foods to create meals, reflecting its mission of unconditional love and commitment to helping the vulnerable

In this week’s episode, Geoff chats with Theresa Mitchell, who is representing Agape Outreach Inc – Winner’s of the 2023 NSW/ACT Community Achievement Awards - Awards Australia Connecting Communities Award.
Agape Outreach Inc was founded by Theresa Mitchell in 2009, started with distributing meals to those in need. It has since grown to over 240 volunteers, providing 800 weekly meals across New South Wales and Queensland. Agape's model rescues edible foods to create meals, reflecting its mission of unconditional love and commitment to helping the vulnerable

Agape Outreach committed to helping the vunerable

In this week’s episode, Geoff chats with Sara Blunt, who is representing Kalyra – Winner’s of the 2023 South Australian Community Achievement Awards - Office for Ageing Well Tackling Ageism Award.

Kalyra is at the forefront of the battle against ageism, recognising the need to break down stereotypes and prejudices. Through the co-location of a Montessori Middle School within Kalyra Woodcroft Aged Care, Kalyra has created a unique platform for intergenerational activities. Students and residents engage in shared experiences, fostering mutual understanding and empathy. Overcoming challenges, including opposition and COVID-19, Kalyra remains dedicated to the cause. Their program is reshaping perceptions of older individuals and challenging ageist assumptions. It exemplifies how intergenerational connections can pave the way for a more inclusive and age-friendly society, ensuring that ageism becomes a thing of the past.

In this week’s episode, Geoff chats with Sara Blunt, who is representing Kalyra – Winner’s of the 2023 South Australian Community Achievement Awards - Office for Ageing Well Tackling Ageism Award.
Kalyra is at the forefront of the battle against ageism, recognising the need to break down stereotypes and prejudices. Through the co-location of a Montessori Middle School within Kalyra Woodcroft Aged Care, Kalyra has created a unique platform for intergenerational activities. Students and residents engage in shared experiences, fostering mutual understanding and empathy. Overcoming challenges, including opposition and COVID-19, Kalyra remains dedicated to the cause. Their program is reshaping perceptions of older individuals and challenging ageist assumptions. It exemplifies how intergenerational connections can pave the way for a more inclusive and age-friendly society, ensuring that ageism becomes a thing of the past.

Sara Blunt, representing Kalyra, who are at the forefront of the battle against ageism

Kalyra, at the forefront of the battle against ageism

In this week’s episode, Geoff chats with Rachael Cook – Winner of the 2023 Queensland Community Achievement Awards - Awards Australia Charitable Foundation Mental Health and Wellbeing Award.

Inclusee is a not-for-profit charity dedicated to alleviating isolation and loneliness among older Australians by fostering meaningful connections and empowering them to engage with a virtual community centre. Through its Digital Programs and Virtual Community, trained volunteers provide companionship, support, and learning experiences that promote social engagement and personal growth for participants. Inclusee believes that everyone should be able to build lasting connections and enjoy a rich social life, regardless of their location or circumstances. The dynamic virtual community of Inclusee serves as a lifeline, significantly reducing social isolation and positively impacting the physical and mental health of older Australians.

In this week’s episode, Geoff chats with Rachael Cook – Winner of the 2023 Queensland Community Achievement Awards - Awards Australia Charitable Foundation Mental Health and Wellbeing Award.
Inclusee is a not-for-profit charity dedicated to alleviating isolation and loneliness among older Australians by fostering meaningful connections and empowering them to engage with a virtual community centre. Through its Digital Programs and Virtual Community, trained volunteers provide companionship, support, and learning experiences that promote social engagement and personal growth for participants. Inclusee believes that everyone should be able to build lasting connections and enjoy a rich social life, regardless of their location or circumstances. The dynamic virtual community of Inclusee serves as a lifeline, significantly reducing social isolation and positively impacting the physical and mental health of older Australians.

Rachael Cook, CEO of Inclusee, reducing social isolation for older Australia

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