Lou's Place welcomes new staff members

Shazya Singh came to Lou's Place as a student in September 2022. She loves the culture of acceptance, inclusivity, advocacy. She has a BSc (Psychology) from the University of Sydney and a Master of Social Work from the Australian College of Applied Professions (ACAP). She also has experience in consumer research and insights. In February 2023, Shazya joined the staff in her new role as the Domestic and Family Violence Case Manager. In addition, she facilitates the "Connecting through Change" program. Shazya says, "I love how each stakeholder, from staff to board members, volunteers to our charity partners, contributes to making Lou's Place a safe space for women. To me, Lou's Place is a community of strong, resilient women, that celebrates diversity and always operates with a person-centred approach." 

Hannah Kelly joined Lou’s Place as an Intake and Administration Support Officer in September 2022. She's loved working here since the first day. She completed a Diploma of Community Services at TAFE in February 2022 and she has experience working as a youth mentor, and a marketing and administration assistant. Hannah is drawn to the sense of community at Lou’s, as well as the fact that it helps women by meeting them at their point of need. She loves being able to empower women and provide them with dignity and respect. And, she appreciates being part of a supportive and hardworking team. She says it helps "to be able to lean on one another and come to each other for advice."