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A career built on helping others in their employment journey

Jess has had a rich career supporting people into meaningful work for the last six years, and she's just getting started. Here is her story.

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Anna’s novella brings Cupid to life!

After building building a career in science and software development for years Anna is now pursuing her dream of being a writer and sharing her unique stories.

Arts and Culture

Front Up ‘Emerge’ Exhibition Opening

In the midst of unforeseen COVID-19 restrictions, Front Up held the opening night of their Emerge Exhibition. This exhibition was the result of a 14-week course, which involved participants being mentored by professional artists to nurture, support, and develop their art practice. Front Up is an eve

Employment Services Stories

Hamish’s Design Journey

Hamish has been using our WorkReady service for the past four months. During his time with WorkReady, Hamish developed a passion for graphic design, having designed many logos for different companies.

Employment Services Stories

Tim’s Journey to Becoming a Nurse

When Tim first joined the USEP program in May, he had recently completed his Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and Midwifery. Tim, who has had a lack of self esteem, had doubts on whether he would succeed in achieving his goals of becoming a nurse.

Employment Services Stories

Mustafa’s USEP Story

Mustafa was in his final year at university, studying a Master of Business & Administration, when he joined the University Specialist Employment Partnerships (USEP) program. The support and encouragement that the USEP program provided, eventually saw Mustafa become successful in securing a full-time

Disability Services Stories

Brad’s Dream Comes True

Adam who met with Ability Options to explore his job opportunities has found employment at Sperling Enterprises and completed a Certificate III in Logistics. Adam’s commitment to studying Logistics has been a big step in his career as it has given him direction and a clear path to follow.

Employment Services Stories

Kathryn’s New Beginnings

Kathryn commenced with our DES program in 2019. Over the past three years, she has faced challenges with work because of a neck and spinal disorder and resulting health barriers. She was keen on finding more suitable work and through many adversities during the COVID pandemic, she kept searching.

Disability Services Stories

International Day of Sign Languages: Gabrielle’s Story

Gabrielle uses Auslan to communicate with others on a daily basis. For Gabrielle, knowing Auslan allows her to ‘communicate with people in different situations,’ and engage and share her perspectives with the outside world, making it a part of her identity

Employment Services Stories

Fawaz gets a job at Gloria Jean’s Cafe

Fawaz has been with WorkReady Hornsby for almost two years, and right before the COVID lockdown hit in June 2021, he got a job offer from Gloria Jean’s Cafe, where he previously did work experience.