Kia Ora from Laura, the Community Family Worker.

Kia ora, my name is Laura, and I started in the role of Community Family Worker at Fiordland Community House in February 2022. Originally from Murihiku/Southland, I have been a frequent visitor to Fiordland for some time, and I made the permanent move to Te Anau in September 2020.

Having previously studied a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) at The University of Otago in 2021, I enrolled as a distance student in their Master of Social and Community work (applied) programme. This is a professional course that will enable me to register as a qualified Social Worker once completed. I have also gained several introductory and graduate certificates over the years in areas such as English Language Teaching, Te Reo M?ori, Tikanga M?ori & Local Government Communications.

I strongly believe in the values of empathy, empowerment, and equity. If you are looking for personal support through hardship; information regarding individual rights & access to services; and/or if you have any ideas for community engagement & development that you would like assistance with, please do reach out either directly to me, or to the team at Fiordland Community House.

Laura can be contacted on 027 265 8049, or laura@fiordlandcommunityhouse.co.nz