Eliza grew up in Naarm Melbourne on Boonwurrung Country, where she completed a bachelor’s degree in Health Science and a Masters in International Community Development. Eliza has worked in the Community Development Sector for the past 10 years, in Cambodia, South Africa and Naarm; her roles included Teaching, Events and Fundraising, Volunteer Management and Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Mentoring Coordinating. Each role has allowed for reflection on her deep love and passion for environmental protection, people-powered organisations and the importance of positive action and education.