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This award recognises an outstanding individual who has made a positive contribution to the community which has led to greater community harmony. This can be in any area that has made an impact such as to the welfare and wellbeing of communities including with children and young people, families, seniors etc.
Alberta Sarfoaah
Nyat Mulugeta
Alberta Sarfoaah is the President of the Ghanaian Association of Western Australia She is passionate about fostering community cohesion and pride.
In her role as President of the Ghanaian Association of WA, Alberta teaches cultural performances to young children in the community and equips them with dance and traditional poetry skills. She has written and directed community plays and has successfully organised a range of cultural events in which African youth have participated.
Through her mentorship of African youth as well as her event management and planning, Alberta inspires young people in the community to be active citizens. She is dedicated to fostering a community-wide sense of belonging.
Don-Don Malith
Nyat Mulugeta
Don-Don Malith is the President of the South Sudanese Community Association of Western Australia. In 2018, he was awarded a Citizen of the Year Award by the City of Stirling for his contributions as an advocate for the South Sudanese community.
Committed to fostering positive social change, Don-Don has volunteered with MercyCare teaching English language skills to newly arrived migrants. He recently received a Certificate of Recognition for his work.
Through his Presidency of the WA South Sudanese Community Association, Don-Don provides essential support to members of the community seeking to secure their Driver’s Licences. He also provides translation services for community members applying for their Australian citizenship.
Don-Don is a community champion who is passionate about creating an Australia that is equal and fair for all.