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Supporter recognition
Our work would not be possible without the help of our volunteers who bring their enthusiasm and commitment to a range of roles, from fundraising to transporting cancer patients to treatment facilities.
Each month we acknowledge the volunteers who demonstrate our core values of we build connections, we make a difference, we stand up and speak out, and we are continuously exploring.
February 2024 volunteer recognitions
Name | Value/s | Nominator | Reason |
Caitlin Thirlwell | We make a difference | Vanessa Ng | Thank you Caitlin for supporting Walk For Sheree 2023! Thank you for all that you do in helping me with the registration desk on the day – your support helped to make the whole process seamless and efficient. You are always one to take up any opportunity to support the team and I really admire that about you. Thank you for making a difference! |
David Naylor | We make a difference | Vanessa Ng | Thank you to our valued volunteer, Kim for delivering posters and having the conversation with business owners and staff to empower them to promote cervical screening with their customers and clients. |
Forrest Preston | We make a difference | Vanessa Ng | Thank you Forrest for supporting Walk For Sheree 2023! Thank you for all that you do in helping Dave with the event logistics – your support really contributed to the success of the day. Your can-do attitude, dedication, and kindness is inspiring and I always enjoy working alongside you. Thank you for making a difference! |
Grant Plecas | We make a difference | Vanessa Ng | Thank you Grant for supporting Walk For Sheree 2023! Thank you for all that you do in helping Dave with the event logistics – your support really contributed to the success of the day. You have a heart of gold and your dedication to our mission shines through. Thank you for making a difference! |
Ian Spencer | We stand up and speak out | Fiona Markwick | Ian, Orange transport service volunteer driver was faced with a difficult situation upon arrival to pick up a client one and a half hours away. The client was a no show, Ian had to drive a 3 hour or so return trip. Ian and client services went above and beyond to confirm with this client, after being unable to contact him and have confirmation he needed transport. Ian faced the issue and drove over regardless. Thank you Ian for your commitment to the cause. These circumstances can be challenging and take up a lot of time! |
John Drinkwater | We make a difference | Shaen Fraser | John showed displayed wonderful commitment and flexibility when asked on a Sunday night to step in for a Transport drive the following day. As a long-term volunteer for Cancer Council, it’s clear that John is directly making a positive impact on the lives of those affected by cancer. |
Judy Heard | We make a difference | Brianna Carracher | Congratulations to Judy for being recognised externally in the Australia Day awards nomination 2024 and the Rotary Community Services Award, both for her amazing commitment to Cancer Council NSW through her ongoing volunteer work. Well done Jude, we are so proud of you and your well deserved recognition in the community. Keep up the amazing work! |
Sophia Tamer | We stand up and speak out | Jade Bridgeman | Sophia did a phenomenal job at the Arabic Stronger Together Workshop last Saturday. She successfully facilitated her first screening workshop, spoke with confidence and bravely shared her story. Her natural ability to bring humour into complex explanation of cancer screening processes allowed the audience to easily connect with her presentation, and no doubt brought down some barriers to access. She has gone above and beyond her initial connection with CCNSW through CCIS work and will continue to achieve great things. Well done and congratulations Sophia. |
Honouring loved ones and supporters
We remember loved ones impacted by cancer and recognise individuals and organisations who enable us to achieve our vision of a cancer-free future.