24 May 2023

I acknowledge Liverpool Neighbourhood Connections [LNC] located in Warwick Farm, which I visited on Tuesday 16 May. Liverpool Neighbourhood Connections is an amazing not-for-profit organisation that provides relief from poverty and disadvantage as well as training programs to help women to get ahead. During my visit I was amazed by the success of the Embedding Entrepreneurship Education [EEE] project, which sponsors TAFE courses for women while also providing free childcare services to ensure their studies can be fully undertaken. It was great to learn about Nicole, a graduate of the EEE project, and how the opportunities provided to her changed her life. The project helped Nicole overcome her anxiety to achieve a diploma in hospitality and start her own nail business. As a result, Nicole's mental health has improved significantly and she is now a support worker at the organisation, empowering other young women. I acknowledge the work of the CEO, Pat Hall, and her staff and volunteers who dedicate their time to supporting the 22,000 people who seek help annually from LNC. I look forward to visiting again and further supporting the work they do.