4 Laura Court, Deeragun. 4818. 4751 6921

Hi, I am Dianne Rogers and I am running for Council in 2008. I decided to stand with the Community Voices team because I am concerned about the pace of development in Townsville/Thuringowa and the environment in general. I have lived in Deeragun for about 24 years and I have been involved in and contributed to that community almost since its inception as a suburb. I am passionate about creating an inclusive community across the whole of greater Townsville: a community that will respect the rights of women, the aged, those from migrant backgrounds and celebrates people with different abilities.

SPECIFIC EXPERTISE

• Researcher

• Experienced presenter and facilitator

• Community development

• Project and program management

• Service manager

ACHIEVEMENTS

• Awarded the James Cook University Medal of Excellence for Research 2005

• The founding and development of services/programs in the public and the community sector

• The development of collaborative relationships and networking within a diverse community sector

• The establishment of a support program for special needs families and the training of regional and overseas professionals to deliver the program

QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctor of Philosophy

"Cum Laude"

Centre for Women's Studies

James Cook University

University Medal of Excellence for Research (2005)

• Master of Social Policy

First Class (1995)

• Bachelor of Arts (1989)

Major - Political Science

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:

Present Community Educator & Professional Supervisor, Centacare

• & Casual Tutor & Teacher James Cook University & TAFE
  

1999 - 2006 Regional Coordinator, Women's Infolink, Office of Women's Policy

• • 1995 - 1999 Client Services Coordinator, Families Youth and Community Care

• & Respite Manager, Intellectual Disability Services,
  

1993 - 1995 Team Leader, Employment Assistance Australia, DEET

1989 - 1993 Regional Coordinator, Townsville Volunteers.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & PARTICIPATION:

2001 - Present Management Team

Learner's Permit for Parent - Parent Support Program

2005 - 2006 Volunteer Coordinator

Mental Illness Fellowship of North Queensland

2001 - 2002 Member - Consumer Advisory Group - Mental Health

1994 - Present Member - North Queensland Attention Deficit

Disorder Support Group Inc

1989 - 1992 Chairperson (Founding Member)

Bohlevale Outside School Hours Care Program

1987 - 1989 Founding Member of the Bohlevale Community Centre

INTERESTS:

Working in partnership with community and groups

Mental Health

Difference and Diversity

Assisting disadvantaged families and individuals in practical ways

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