Tell us about yourself and your organisation.
Having lived in four different continents, I consider myself a citizen of the world who embraces different cultures. I am a passionate musician, and I founded The Common People getting a bunch of like-minded friends together in my search for purpose driven music. The Common People is run by an army of volunteers, and it is with immense gratitude that I have witnessed our journey from singing to the four walls at home, to singing to the world at the Sydney Opera House and now representing the nation at the World Choir Olympics, all while running a growing child sponsorship program.
What do you love the most about working in your organisation?
The team spirit and camaraderie of our members is a true joy to experience. All our members commit time to this vision after their full-time jobs, and none of this would have been possible without their selfless hearts. It is an everyday learning experience to work with our passionate members who are leaders in various professional sectors.
What has been your most memorable moment during your time in the organisation?
That would have to be the time I spent with our sponsored children and families in the rural villages of India. I visit them at least once a year and it is a humbling moment in every sense – to see their bright smiles while battling life is an inspiration.
What is your favourite quote?
“If you can meet with Triumph and Disaster, and treat those two impostors just the same” – from the poem “If” by Rudyard Kipling.
What were you like as a kid?
Happy and energetic. Ever grateful to my parents, teachers and friends for providing me with a safe haven to grow up in.
What three words would your friends use to describe you?
I’ll leave that to my friends!
