Born and raised in Ōtautahi, I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Auckland and worked as a disability support worker in Whākatane before returning to my hometown in 2022. I am focused on ensuring community and minority voices are represented in the decisions that affect our daily lives.
I work with communities and stakeholders to reduce the negative impact of drugs and alcohol on rangatahi. Ensuring that rainbow and neurodiverse young people have voice and spaces to be themselves is a key part of my mahi.
I try to bring the most authentic version of myself to work each day and believe being good role models for rangatahi means showing up as we truly are. Outside of work, much of my spare time is spent reading or writing, as I am currently completing my Masters in Writing. When I have a moment free, you will find me browsing the wonderful op shops Ōtautahi has to offer.