Beauty with brains Melissa Monteiro, CEO of CMRC (https://cmrc.com.au) recently published her book ‘The Girl From Mumbai’. The book is a huge success and getting great response!
The Girl from Mumbai is an inspiring migrant story of purpose, people and passion.
Melissa’s story begins with her vibrant childhood in India, where her desire to help others was first born. Her decision to follow her dreams and study social work took her to many places, including the remote Narmada Valley, where she survived being lost in the jungle.
Since migrating to Australia in 2000 with her young family, Melissa has built a new life and successful career in the community sector, positively impacting the lives of hundreds of families and individuals.
From settlement and migrant services, to child protection and women’s issues, Melissa is dedicated to helping those in need within the Western Sydney community and beyond. The awards and achievements she has earned over the last three decades are testament to her dedication, skill and hard work.
In this book Melissa tells the story of her incredible journey from Mumbai to Sydney, sharing her wealth of knowledge on the challenges faced by not-for-profits in COVID times, and how they are racing to adapt. She also provides valuable insight into the difficulties faced by migrants, refugees and vulnerable groups, offering ideas and practical strategies on how we can work together to create strong and supportive communities, that are rich with diversity and inclusive to all.
Make sure you get your copy today!
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