Awards 2023

Diane Gronow

Nominated by Andrea H Adams 

Seconded by Peter J Kent

Dianne Gronow has been an active and dedicated volunteer in the Food For Life program at Casuarina Baptist Church. The program provided support for people experiencing food insecurity in the Darwin community. They were able to attend the program and purchase food supplied by Foodbank NT or redeem vouchers provided by welfare agencies.

Dianne's strong administrative skills were invaluable to the program. Part of her role was managing the ordering of food and the shelving of food received prior to the program's weekly open day. This involved liaising with Foodbank NT and be part of the team stocking the shelves on the program day. She would welcome and check in the clients, explaining how to access the program and complete their shopping.

 Dianne's volunteer service through Food for Life has been a wonderful help to many individuals and families facing tough times in the Darwin community. Dianne also organized the much-appreciated Christmas Hamper program each year - making Christmas brighter for many.

Blessings 

Peter Kent

"Hello. I am Jasmine Htoo, Public Officer for NT Karen Community. I am delighted to support a nomination for Dianne Gronow on behalf of our community. I am filled with excitement and enthusiasm as I recommend her for this prestigious Seniors of Excellence NT Inc. Award. Having had the privilege of knowing Dianne for the past five years, I can attest to her exceptional contributions and unwavering dedication as an advisor for NT Karen Community Inc. Her selflessness and commitment transcend her role, making her an outstanding candidate for this award.

Since joining NT Karen Community Inc. as an advisor in 2019, Dianne has consistently demonstrated her unwavering commitment to both the organization and the Karen Indigenous Community from Myanmar, resettling in the Northern Territory. Actively engaging in every aspect of our events, she provides invaluable support throughout each year, managing various administrative tasks effortlessly. Dianne's presence serves as a guiding force for our committee, reminding us of crucial deadlines through informative emails, ensuring we stay on track by time.

Dianne's dedication surpasses mere administrative responsibilities. She consistently goes above and beyond, acting as a personal Case Manager to many individuals within the Karen Community in the NT. She wholeheartedly addresses their concerns, skillfully navigates bureaucratic processes and bridges communication gaps to ensure they feel supported, understood, and empowered. Her genuine kindness and unwavering willingness to help, have made a profound impact on the lives of those she serves.

I wholeheartedly endorse Dianne Gronow for the Seniors of Excellence NT Inc. Award and strongly urge the selection committee to consider her for this well-deserved honor."

Thank you.

Jasmine Htoo - Public Officer - NT Karen Community