THE BARKUMA JOURNAL
Reflecting on 40 Years of Dedication: A Farewell to the Barkuma Board
After more than 40 years serving as a volunteer director on the Barkuma Board (the last 25 as Chairperson), I have made the difficult decision that 2025 will be my final year as a Board Member.
Empowering Change – Barkuma’s First Board Observer, Gavin Partridge
Recently, Barkuma had the pleasure of interviewing Gavin, the first participant in the Board Observership Program at Barkuma. This initiative aims to develop governance skills among individuals with disabilities, enabling their participation in high-level decision-making within organisations.
Meet Ben
Congratulations to Ben Wishart on achieving his 30 year milestone with City of Onkaparinga! 30 years ago Barkuma placed Ben as a cleaner with the Happy Valley Council, but as he showed a keen interest in administration they began to employ him in various office roles...
A seamless transition – Progressing from SLES to DES
The transition from school to work can be a tricky time for many young people, but there are services out there to help make the leap. School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES) can assist you to become job ready by mapping out a desired future pathway, setting...
Transition Graduation
Last week, Barkuma congratulated the graduating Transition class of 2020. It was a special night with guest speakers Thomas Doherty, Harrison Hoise, Lucy Cornes and Justin Westhoff, with music from past student Hannah. The class of 2020 overcame unprecedented...