- What are your current roles at Baptcare?
Ginnelle: +WAVES Team Leader.
Megan: Adolescent Family Violence Team Leader.
Brylee: +SHIFT Team Leader.
- What did you want to be as a young child?
Ginnelle: Vet.
Megan: Park Ranger.
Brylee: Lawyer.
- Why do you think days like the 16 Days of Activism are important?
One woman is killed nearly every week in Australia due to family violence and on average in Victoria, police attend a family violence incident every six minutes. We could continue with startling statistics but collectively we believe many voices become one to raise awareness of what is happening within our communities.
- What motivates you to work in this Family Violence space?
We are motivated to support this community and end the fight against gender-based violence. By working in family violence, we have the privilege of working across diverse communities; family violence does not discriminate.
- Do you have a favourite quote or motto in life?
Ginnelle: Make every minute count.
Megan: You don’t have to be better in the future, just need be better than yesterday.
Brylee: Don’t be afraid to start over again. Remember, this time you’re not starting from scratch, you’re starting from experience.
- If you could sit next to someone at a dinner party, who would it be and why?
Ginnelle: Brené Brown is a US writer and Professor – as I am inspired by the amazing contributions towards research and supporting people across the globe.
Megan: Bel Hooks is an American Author (Feminism is for Everybody) and Social Activist – as I have a lot to learn.
Brylee: Bruce Perry is an American Psychiatrist and Author (The Boy who Was Raised as a Dog) due to his insight, knowledge and intelligence relating to attachment and developmental trauma.
- Favourite local restaurant near our workspace?
We work in Sunshine, Melbourne, Victoria and our go to is Hot Chilly Banh Mi.
- What has your career journey been?
Collectively we have had experience within:
- family violence
- education
- business
- outreach
- homelessness
- child, youth and family
- AOD
- LGBTIAQ+
- Private and Government sectors.
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Resident Spotlight | Colin Peasley shining on!
We are always delighted to learn more about our residents’ lives. They are so often filled with excitement, joys and adventure - and it truly reminds us how rich a person’s life is - and continues to be - when they join one of our residential aged care communities.
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A Spotlight on Caring for National Carers Week
Sunday 13 October marks the beginning of National Carers Week. This is an opportunity for everyone, including organisations like Baptcare, to thank and recognise all that carers do for loved ones and the community.
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Mental Health Week | Creating a supportive work environment
As we celebrate Mental Health Week (5-13 October), it’s essential to recognise the significant role that a supportive work environment plays in fostering good mental health and well-being. A positive and supportive workplace not only enhances employee satisfaction and productivity but also contributes to overall mental health. Here are some strategies to create a supportive work environment that prioritises employees’ mental health.