Born in Australia to parents from Assyrian background who migrated from Iraq, Pauline is a person with physical disability. She has experienced cultural, structural and systemic barriers throughout her life, which have fuelled her passion to work in the disability space.

As an advocate, facilitator and peer mentor, Pauline continuously challenges perceptions, attitudes and stigma to help improve community access and promote independence for people with disability from CALD backgrounds.

Pauline has extensive experience in providing advice to local councils on the implementation of Disability Inclusion Action Plans; ensuring real change for people with disability within their communities. 

As a Peer Facilitator, Pauline facilitates discussions on issues such as the NDIS, accessible events, living independently, accessible transport and advocating for yourself. As a Peer Mentor, Pauline supports peers to be empowered to live the life they choose under their own terms.