Longing to make a difference and determined to find a vocation that would align with her values and aspirations, Thanh made the decision to leave her career in civil engineering to embark on a transformative training journey that would allow her to discover ‘profound happiness and inner peace.’

Initially completing a Certificate IV in Community Services at South Metropolitan TAFE, Thanh then completed a Diploma of Community Services at Insight Training. The qualifications had a profound impact on Thanh at both a personal and professional level, as they expanded her understanding of social issues such as homelessness, mental health, aged care and disability issues.

Thanh followed the call of her heart to change careers, and in so doing has entered a fulfilling new position as a community support officer at Carers WA. She is now able to reach out to people in need. She has found her ‘reason for being.’