Danessa Willie-White

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About Me

Born and raised on Darumbal country (Rockhampton), married to Troy White and two sons, Javarn and Jaymzhi. Myma to five grandchildren, Anaya, Mila, LaRaeah, Alisiah and Prince.

Currently the First Nations Employment Officer for CQUni after many years in the Queensland Government, working in Child Safety, Communities and Employment and Training.

General

Background

Proud descendant of the Gimuy Walubarra Yidinji peoples of North Queensland, with family connections to Mer Island in the Torres Strait Islanders and a proud Australian South Sea Islander.

Universities Studied At

Currently enrolled in CC43 - Bachelor of Psychological Science at Central Queensland University.

Professional Experience

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Awareness
Australian South Sea Islander Cultural Awareness
Project Management
Event Management
Conflict Resolution
Mediation

Responsibilities

First Nations Workforce Strategy: Partner with our various business units to develop recruitment strategies targeted at improving the overall employment rate of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within CQUniversity. This includes providing an exceptional end to end recruitment experience.

Professional Interests

Changing lives through employment opportunities within Central Queensland University.
Mentoring staff
Professional Development
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Awareness
Australian South Sea Islander Cultural Awareness
Project Management
Event Management

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Teaching

Higher Education

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Vocational Education and Training