Stephanie moved to Australia from the Philippines when she was just two years old with her mum. Her family then grew, and she has become the second eldest of six children. 

Stephanie is very responsible, motivated, and trustworthy. She believes that growing up with many responsibilities has helped her to be resilient and cope even in difficult situations in life. Amidst all the difficulties, unstable housing and the trauma she faced as a child, she is mature and motivated to stay on top of her studies and school. This year Stephanie was picked as one of the Youth Ministry Leaders in her school.

“I like to influence the people around me to be more positive and do the right thing by being an example and leading the way”.

Stephanie is driven, and diligent and aspires to pursue a career in medicine one day.