Looking out for the children of our region, Hannah Andrevski, the dedicated founder and CEO of Roundabout Canberra, has been recognised as the 2024 Canberra Citizen of the Year.
Kindness and respect lead the way at Roundabout, where the team is dedicated to ensuring every child has the chance at the best start in life. A village of volunteers sorts through donated preloved baby and children’s items before packaging these with other new items like hygiene products to be delivered to families in need around the region.
Working with several organisations that offer support services to families who might be struggling for various reasons, these care packages are delivered without the family being disclosed. In 2023, Roundabout supported more than 4,100 children and so far this year, they have supported over 650 with their busiest time still ahead.
A true Canberran through and through, Ms Andrevski launched Roundabout in 2018, inspired after she couldn’t find somewhere to donate her preloved baby items. Driven by her passion for the community and its people, she wants to play a role in making it a better place for everyone who lives here.
“I’m a very proud Canberran who cares deeply about our beautiful city, so it really is an honour to be named the Canberra Citizen of the Year. I feel very privileged to get to do what I do, and I hope this inspires others to play even a very small role in supporting those in our community who need support.”
ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr congratulated Ms Andrevski on receiving the title and well-deserved recognition for her impact on our community. He says the kind approach of the organisation contributes to a compassionate and supportive community, while ensuring families receive the materials they need.
“Under Hannah Andrevski’s leadership, Roundabout Canberra ensures dignity is at the forefront of its charitable efforts, driven by the belief that everyone – regardless of their circumstances – deserves to be treated with kindness and respect.
This isn’t the first time Ms Andrevski has been recognised for her dedication. She was a Westfield Local Hero in 2019, an ACT Local Hero Award nominee in 2020 and won the Galent Management Consulting Profound Influence Award at the 2019 Volunteering Awards, Canberra Region.
Roundabout Canberra is calling out for more support with an ongoing increase in demand, find out how you can help here; roundaboutcanberra.org
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