Community Services and Social Work
Pratik's helping hand
Read more about Pratik's helping handPratik has always had a passion for working with people. Now he is fulfilling that passion by working as a social worker with the NT Government.
Award-winning trainee Jahdai has health research at the heart
Read more about Award-winning trainee Jahdai has health research at the heartA proud Tiwi Islands man, Jahdai Vigona is giving back to his community through his work at the Menzies School of Health Research. By starting a VET traineeship, Jahdai not only became the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year, but he also opened up a world of opportunities for his future.
Mastering the social world: Meet Chigozie
Read more about Mastering the social world: Meet ChigozieWhen Chy took on a part-time role in the disability sector, it ignited a desire in her to study in the field and become a social worker. Now in her final year of a Master of Social Work, she’s grateful that she chose CDU.
Leading the way to wellbeing: Ira's Story
Read more about Leading the way to wellbeing: Ira's StoryCommunity champion Ira is committed to making a positive contribution to society. With a particular affinity for LGBTIQA+ issues, he’s extremely passionate about mental health in youth. Thanks to his studies at CDU, he’s turned his passion into action.
The "magic potion" for a new life: Yuliia's story
Read more about The "magic potion" for a new life: Yuliia's storyWhen Yuliia first moved to Australia from Europe, she was forced to overcome many challenges. It was studying at Charles Darwin University that gave her a new lease on life and helped her to regain her confidence in the workforce.
Lloyd's studying humanitarian aid to make the world a better place
Read more about Lloyd's studying humanitarian aid to make the world a better placeAfter a challenging childhood in the Philippines, Lloyd wanted to dedicate his life to helping people in need. He found a way to do that through a degree in humanitarian aid at CDU.
Studying to be a role model for her own family: Feancy's story
Read more about Studying to be a role model for her own family: Feancy's storyFeancy had big plans to own a hotel, but starting a family and travelling the world changed her perspective. Now, with both a business degree and certificate in community services from CDU, she's working as a family support worker with Save the Children Australia.
Advocating for equality and human rights: why I study Social Work
Read more about Advocating for equality and human rights: why I study Social WorkGenevieve McGuiness has always known that she wanted a career working with and helping others. She chose a Bachelor of Social Work with CDU because she's able to study externally (online) from home, while she juggles her own small business and two young children.