Dr MARJORIE O'NEILL (Coogee) — I would like to take the opportunity today to recognise the efforts of an organisation in my community, Project Kindness, and all of the work that they have done both throughout the COVID-19 Health Crisis, and previously. Through the COVID-19 crisis, Project Kindness has been collecting laptops and other electronic devices to give to children from disadvantaged backgrounds, so their education didn't suffer, helping teachers and students connect during an extremely challenging time. Access to digital technology was essential in ensuring that these students were able to work remotely. Without support from organisations like these, children from less privileged backgrounds were at higher risk of falling behind. I was more than happy to help facilitate their painting of a Kindness Cupboard, where people take when they need, and leave what they can. When completed, this cupboard will be given to the Mary Immaculate Church in Waverley, a fantastic initiative for our community. I would like to thank Clem Hartson, the founder of Project Kindness, and everyone who has worked with or donated to Project Kindness for their efforts and contributions to our community.
04 June 2020

