Dr. Karen Willis:
Karen Willis is a lecturer in sociology at the University of Tasmania. In addition to her interest in working with community organisations, she has expertise in sociology of health and in qualitative research methods. For more information on Karen, her bio page at UTAS can be found here
Mhairi Vogt:
Mhairi Vogt is the manager, Community Development, Launceston City Council. She is also completing a PhD at the University of Tasmania. In her role at LCC she is responsible for community-based activities such as Harmony Day, the Kite Festival and Children's Week. She sees hope as being important in fostering childhood and adult resilience.
Cec Craft:
Until mid 2006 Cec Craft was a lecturer in Social Work at the University
of Tasmania. Since
retiring from that position, she has maintained an active involvement in
early childhood
services through evaluation and consultancy work.
Melody West:
Melody West graduated with 1st class Honours in Sociology in 2005. She worked tirelessly on the Tree of Hope project, inspiring children and teachers to participate in the project, and in organising the Exhibition. She is currently employed as a Junior Research Fellow for the School of Sociology and Social Work and continues to work with the Tree of Hope project team on further program developments. |
