Chair:
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Meg Reid, Student at Deakin University
Presenters:
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Gianna Fermo, Student at Monash University and representative of A Reasonable Standard
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Emily Knowles, Psychologist, Human Link
About the presenters:
Gianna Fermo
Gianna Fermo is undertaking the Juris Doctor program after completing a science degree majoring in psychology. Gianna is currently helping to run A Reasonable Standard, which started as a website that explores and discusses the different mental health experiences students might encounter throughout their degree. Currently those at A Reasonable Standard are striving to destigmatise mental health and wellness by starting a conversation. The hope is that by sharing relatable and vulnerable experiences, and demostrating how students worked thier way through them, a culture of understanding and support may be fostered. Coming from a background in psychology, mental health is an important issue for Gianna and being involved with A Reasonable Standard offers a way to spread awareness for mental health. Gianna's hope that their work will foster a legal community in which everyone, no matter the problems they may face, are supported and respected.
Emily Knowles
Currently practising as a registered psychologist, Emily is experienced in both consulting and in-house psychology roles. Originally trained as a lawyer, her professional approach is multi-disciplinary, innovative and differentiated. She focuses on human-centred insights and the importance of harnessing soft skills within the workplace. Emily adopts an evidence-based approach to people development and organisational development. She is passionate about building individual and collective capability. Emily’s fields of subject matter expertise include leadership, wellbeing, and the intersection of personality and personal values.