ECCQ Members Meeting: Impact Through Media & Storytelling

Join us for a special ECCQ Members Meeting held during Multicultural Queensland Month, where we celebrate leadership, storytelling, and media advocacy within our active communities.

Meet our evening facilitator - Ms Kirsty Nancarrow

An award-winning journalist with 30 years' media experience. Kirsty reported for ABC News and Current Affairs on radio, television, and online in Sydney, Darwin, Alice Springs, and Far North Queensland. She has mentored some of the ABC's top journalists. Kirsty also has extensive experience in senior communications roles. She is now a sought-after media and video trainer, offering one-on-one coaching and engaging group workshops. She is an advocate for social justice and mental health and has written Som's biography to increase awareness of the plight of children in Nepal.

Evening Agenda

• Inspiring Storytelling
  Be moved by Som’s powerful journey and reflections on community, resilience, and cultural identity.

• Media & Video Training Workshop
  Led by our guest speaker Ms Kirsty Nancarrow, this hands-on session will equip you with the skills to:

  • Present confidently on camera

  • Use smartphones to document and share your work

  • Engage effectively with media, including during times of crisis

📅 Date: Wednesday, 20 August 2025
🕕 Time: 5:30 for a 6pm start
📍 Location: Tzu Chi Foundation Brisbane Community Centre & Online

Whether you're an experienced leader or just starting out, this session offers practical tools to elevate your voice and showcase your impact.

Media Consent Notice
By attending this event, you consent to being photographed, filmed, or recorded. These materials may be used by ECCQ for promotional, educational, and reporting purposes across digital and print platforms. If you prefer not to be included, please notify the event organiser upon arrival.