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Elizabeth McFarlane

Elizabeth McFarlane

National Chairperson

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Strategic Communications Advisor at Multicultural NSW

  • Education

    • Cerdon College

      2004 - 2009

    • University of New South Wales

      2011 - 2013
      Bachelor of Media Communication and Journalism

    • University of Sydney

      -
      Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

  • Experience

    • Australian Young Christian Students' Movement

      Jul 2007 - Jan 2009
      National Chairperson

    • Parramatta Young Christian Students

      Feb 2010 - Sept 2012
      Diocesan Worker

      Imagine an organistaion run by High School students, aiming to empower young people to take action to transform their lives and the world around them.This is what the Young Christian Students movement (an international social justice movement run by and for students) is for students internationally, nationally and locally.Using a method of See, Judge and Act, the YCS has tackled issues facing refugees, and Fair Trade, cyber bullying, racism, mental illness and many other personal and social issues affecting High School students.There are groups all across Australia and over 3 million members worldwide.As a Diocesan Worker, I supported the Diocese of Parramatta through the coordination of camps, events and leadership training and formation for YCS youth leaders in High Schools. Show less

    • Parramatta Young Christian Workers

      Aug 2011 - May 2012
      English Language Teacher

      I volunteered as an English teacher for speakers of other languages (TESOL).

    • Parramatta Young Christian Workers

      Oct 2012 - Jul 2015

      • Coordinator

        Sept 2013 - Jul 2015

      • Volunteer Leadership Program Coordinator and Extension Worker

        Oct 2012 - Sept 2013

    • Catholic Diocese of Parramatta

      Jul 2015 - Sept 2016
      Communications Officer

    • Parramatta Young Christian Workers

      Feb 2016 - Dec 2016
      President

      A voluntary position where one is voted in to oversee the management of the Parramatta Young Christian Workers

    • Multicultural NSW

      Sept 2016 - now

      Expanding robust relationships and building community resilience that inspires people to foster social cohesion, unite against divisive forces and come together in times of need. Community resilience means proactively building and maintaining strong and cooperative networks across communities and sectors that can solve problems, respond to challenges and actively promote social cohesion. This sense of resilience operates across the full continuum of risk mitigation to support community Preparedness, Prevention, Response and Recovery. My role as the Strategic Communications Advisor for community resilience programming and projects is to develop communications strategies for their successful planning and implementation. Show less

      • Strategic Communications Advisor

        Aug 2023 - now

      • Event Coordinator

        Sept 2016 - Aug 2023

    • Australian Young Christian Workers

      Nov 2016 - Jan 2020
      National President

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • First Aid Training

      Team Lead: CPR & First Aid Training Services

    • Working with Children Check

      NSW Office of the Children's Guardian

    • Mental Health First Aid

      Mental Health Training by Fiona Price

    • Child Protection

      Catholic Education Diocese of Parramatta

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Elizabeth McFarlane
      Staff Member of the Month Multicultural NSW Feb 2025
    • Awarded to Elizabeth McFarlane
      NSW GovComms Foundations Program NSW Government Nov 2024 Certificate of Achievement - High Distinction
    • Awarded to Elizabeth McFarlane
      Long Service NSW Government Community Service Industry Sep 2023 Over 7 years of service
    • Awarded to Elizabeth McFarlane
      Long Service Young Christian Workers Jan 2020 Over 10 years of service
    • Awarded to Elizabeth McFarlane
      Employee Appreciation Award Catholic Diocese of Parramatta Mar 2016
    • Awarded to Elizabeth McFarlane
      English Extension 1 - First Place Higher School Certificate Oct 2009
    • Awarded to Elizabeth McFarlane
      English Extension 2 - First Place Higher School Certificate Oct 2009
    • Awarded to Elizabeth McFarlane
      ADF Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork Award Australian Defence Force Dec 2007 The ADF Long Tan Youth Leadership and Teamwork Awards started in 2006 to recognise students who demonstrate leadership and teamwork within both the school and the broader local community. At the same time, they recognise those who display strong values, such as doing one’s best, respect for others and “mateship”, characteristics that are integral to Australian society.
    • Awarded to Elizabeth McFarlane
      The Siemens Science Experience University of Technology Sydney Jan 2007 Each program is designed to provide a rare opportunity to gifted students who have an interest in science with an opportunity to engage in a wide range of fascinating science activities under the guidance of scientists who love their work.The program takes place in over fifteen universities and tertiary institutions, within many different laboratories and lecture theatres. Participants perform experiments in the laboratories, meet and hear senior lecturers in the lecture theatres… Show more Each program is designed to provide a rare opportunity to gifted students who have an interest in science with an opportunity to engage in a wide range of fascinating science activities under the guidance of scientists who love their work.The program takes place in over fifteen universities and tertiary institutions, within many different laboratories and lecture theatres. Participants perform experiments in the laboratories, meet and hear senior lecturers in the lecture theatres, attend site visits and walk around and experience what it is like to be on the campus of a university or tertiary institution. Show less
    • Awarded to Elizabeth McFarlane
      Winner of the Sydney South-West Social Sciences Tournament of Minds NSW State Finalist - Social Sciences TOM Jul 2006 Tournament of Minds is a problem solving program for teams of students. The Tournament's aim is to enhance the potential of young people by developing diverse skills, enterprise, time management, and the discipline to work collaboratively within a challenging and competitive environment.Teams are required to work together on a Long Term Challenge for six weeks without assistance from teachers, parents or peers. They are encouraged to explore possibilities and experiment with ideas as… Show more Tournament of Minds is a problem solving program for teams of students. The Tournament's aim is to enhance the potential of young people by developing diverse skills, enterprise, time management, and the discipline to work collaboratively within a challenging and competitive environment.Teams are required to work together on a Long Term Challenge for six weeks without assistance from teachers, parents or peers. They are encouraged to explore possibilities and experiment with ideas as they endeavour to produce their best possible solution. They develop a creative and original way to communicate this solution to others, working within predefined parameters such as limited materials, complex challenge criteria and the deadline of Tournament Day. Show less
    • Awarded to Elizabeth McFarlane
      32nd Scientia Challenge Program for Gifted and Talented Students: The Injured Brain: What hope for recovery? University of New South Wales Jan 2006 The GERRIC for Gifted Students program is offered to gifted and talented students (students who can perform in the top 10% of their age-peers) in Years 3-10 at Australian primary, middle or secondary school. This is a school holiday program that expands the minds of bright, inquisitive individuals looking for an intellectual challenge that is more demanding and more fun than they may sometimes experience at school.GERRIC Student Programs open a student's mind to abilities they may not… Show more The GERRIC for Gifted Students program is offered to gifted and talented students (students who can perform in the top 10% of their age-peers) in Years 3-10 at Australian primary, middle or secondary school. This is a school holiday program that expands the minds of bright, inquisitive individuals looking for an intellectual challenge that is more demanding and more fun than they may sometimes experience at school.GERRIC Student Programs open a student's mind to abilities they may not have known they possess. At UNSW, gifted students meet others who share their interests and they are taught by educators who love working in this field. Programs are offered on the UNSW campus. Show less