When you’re applying for university or scholarships, it’s easy to feel like your story is defined only by the challenges you’ve faced. For many students from refugee and asylum seeker backgrounds, it can be hard to see beyond a narrative of hardship. You might not realise that the ways you’ve supported your family, helped within your community, or mentored peers are, in fact, powerful examples of community engagement.
In this crucial webinar, “Highlighting your community engagement activities,” our experts Kiana Tayebi and Sue Oldham from Swinburne University of Technology are here to help you reframe your story. They’ll show you that your experiences—even the ones you might not think are “official” enough—are not a deficit but a source of unique strengths and skills.
The video will guide you on how to identify these contributions, from helping your extended family to sharing your lived experience. You’ll learn how to articulate these roles using practical writing frameworks and discover a new perspective on how your personal journey has prepared you to make an impact.
Watch the recording to learn how to effectively highlight your community engagement activities and express your full potential.
