Browse the Human Library

The Human Library is a growing collection of MidCoast people sharing their career journeys, challenges, and the values that guide them.

Each story is unique — and each one shows that there’s no single path to success. Whether you’re a student figuring out your next step or someone guiding others on theirs, we hope these stories spark curiosity, courage and connection.

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Works in Community Services, Works in Health, Works in Not-For-Profits, Employed, Volunteer, Studied at University Meredith Paige Works in Community Services, Works in Health, Works in Not-For-Profits, Employed, Volunteer, Studied at University Meredith Paige

Alana Trudgeon

Alana Trudgeon is a volunteer crisis supporter with Lifeline while studying towards a Bachelor of Counselling. Her work in suicide prevention has grown from a deep passion for mental health and helping people feel heard during their darkest moments.

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Works in Community Services, Works in Health, Works in Not-For-Profits, Employed, Studied at University Meredith Paige Works in Community Services, Works in Health, Works in Not-For-Profits, Employed, Studied at University Meredith Paige

Clare Brennan

Clare Brennan is the Centre Director at First Steps Count, a child and community hub in Taree supporting children aged 0 to 12 and their families. With a background in speech pathology, Clare has built a career on communication, compassion, and community impact.

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Works in Academia & Research, Works in Education, Works in Health, Academic / Researcher, Studied at University Meredith Paige Works in Academia & Research, Works in Education, Works in Health, Academic / Researcher, Studied at University Meredith Paige

Jessica Loughland

Jessica Loughland is a postdoctoral researcher investigating the human immune response to malaria—an infectious disease that disproportionately impacts the world’s most vulnerable. Driven by integrity and curiosity, Jessica has built a career around critical thinking, rigorous research, and big-picture questions.

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