Together We Can International Pty Ltd -TWCI

26/08/2026

05/08/2026

𝗔 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗘𝗢, 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆, 𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝘃𝗲𝘀 💙

Today is a genuine pinch me moment for me and a bit of a long post (apologies to all my Neurospicy people who are generally only going to read the first 4 lines!) as today I start my first day of online training with 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝘃𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹.

Yep, THE Harvard Medical School.

Those who know me will know that, for most of my life, my raging ADHD and neurodivergent brain convinced me that I could not study.

That I could not sit still long enough, concentrate consistently or maintain the focus needed to succeed academically.

So, for a long time, I simply did not try.

I told myself I could not study, accepted that as fact and left it at that.

While many of my friends and colleagues went on to earn amazing degrees and qualifications, I built my career differently.

The brilliance of neurodivergence meant I learned quickly by doing. By leading through pressure, completing 15 tasks while everyone else was still on number 2, solving problems, building teams, developing resilience and growing TWCI from the ground up.

I am incredibly proud of that journey and would not change it.

But I also know what it feels like to genuinely believe you are not smart enough.

I believed academic achievement was not an option for me. I felt less than. I felt incapable. And, if I am completely honest, I probably felt a little embarrassed too.

Sitting with that today, I realise those experiences and feelings have absolutely shaped so much of what we have created at Together We Can International Pty Ltd -TWCI

Because the truth is, this is exactly how so many of the people we support feel every day.

This is why we are drawn to this work.

This is our WHY.

The people we support are not less than. They are not incapable.

Many have simply spent years believing they are because someone told them so, or because traditional classrooms, traditional learning and traditional expectations did not work for the way their brains are wired.

I truly believe this is why we have grown so strongly in this space, why my own journey is so deeply connected to the way we support people and why our whole team is so passionate about this work.

But growth sometimes means challenging the stories you have told yourself for years.

And today, 𝗜 𝗮𝗺 𝗿𝗲𝘄𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗲.

I can study.

I 𝘢𝘮 studying.

And I am genuinely excited and grateful to flick the switch, challenge myself and immerse myself in Harvard Medical School’s The Science of Leadership: The Brain, Resilience, and Mindfulness course.

So... on this random Thursday morning, I urge you to challenge the stories you tell yourself that might be holding you back.

Step outside your comfort zone. Back yourself. Question the narrative. Feel the fear and do it anyway 💪

Real growth begins the moment you decide that old story is no longer allowed to take up space in your head.

𝗟𝗲𝘁'𝘀 𝗱𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝘃𝗮𝗿𝗱!

04/08/2026

Wow, how exciting is this! 🎉

A huge thank you to the South Australian Business Chamber for selecting Together We Can International Pty Ltd -TWCI as a finalist in the 2026 South Australian Premier’s Business and Export Awards.

To be recognised alongside such an inspiring group of organisations creating genuine social impact across South Australia is incredibly special.

This recognition belongs to our entire team, whose passion, hard work and commitment continue to create meaningful opportunities and lasting change for the people and communities we support.

Congratulations to all of this year’s finalists. We cannot wait to celebrate with you all and share this incredible night with our team.

03/07/2026

Some conferences leave you with a notebook full of ideas.

This one has genuinely changed the way we think.

Over the past two days at the Impact Institute Social Impact Summit in Sydney, I've had the opportunity to learn from some incredible people and organisations who are all asking the same question:

How do we create more meaningful impact in our communities, and just as importantly, how do we measure it?

At Together We Can, we've always been deeply passionate about changing lives. We see the transformations every day through employment, mentoring, social connection and building confidence. But this summit challenged me to think differently.

It's not enough to simply know we're making a difference. We need robust systems to capture, measure and demonstrate that impact so we can continually improve, make better decisions, attract investment, secure funding and ultimately support even more people.

I'm heading home with my brain full, pages of notes, practical strategies and a renewed excitement about the next chapter for TWCI. We're about to take a significant step forward in how we record, monitor and evaluate the outcomes that matter most, ensuring every decision we make is backed by evidence and focused on creating even greater impact.

One of the biggest highlights was meeting people from so many different industries, all united by a common purpose. Whether from government, business, philanthropy, education or the not for profit sector, everyone was there because they genuinely care about building stronger communities and creating lasting social change.

A huge thank you to everyone who shared their knowledge, challenged my thinking and reminded me that social impact isn't just about doing good. It's about proving what works, learning from it and scaling it so more lives can be changed.

Now the real work begins.

01/07/2026

Day one of the Impact Institute Social Impact Summit in Sydney… and wow.

My brain is absolutely full!

Today has challenged the way I think about measuring impact, proving outcomes and telling the story behind the work we do. So many conversations, so many ideas and so many practical strategies that I can’t wait to bring back to Together We Can International Pty Ltd -TWCI (TWCI)

One thing that really stood out was being surrounded by a room full of people and organisations who genuinely care about creating meaningful change. Different sectors, different approaches, but all driven by the same purpose of leaving communities better than we found them 🙌🏻

Sometimes when you’re so busy delivering impact, you don’t stop to think about how you measure it or communicate it.

Today was a reminder it isn’t just about what we do. It’s about understanding the difference we’re making and learning from others.

Heading into day two with a head full of ideas and plenty of excitement about what’s possible!

Looking forward to bringing back even more value to our team, our participants and the communities we serve 🫶

14/06/2026

What an absolutely incredible night at the Puddle Jumpers Incorporated Greatest Gala.

We were proud to sponsor this event (and walked away with a pretty amazing silent auction win!) but the real takeaway was something far more valuable.

Hearing the stories, seeing the impact and witnessing firsthand the difference Puddle Jumpers makes to children, families and communities right across South Australia was genuinely moving. It was one of those evenings that reminds you why organisations like this matter so much.

Mel your humility, passion and unwavering commitment to helping others is nothing short of inspirational. You are truly an earth angel. The dedication you and your entire team show every single day is changing lives and creating hope where it is needed most.

Congratulations to you all on delivering such a sensational, engaging, heartfelt and authentic event. It was real, meaningful and centred around an unbelievable purpose.

We are honoured to support the work you do and cannot wait to continue walking alongside Puddle Jumpers as both our organisations grow and create impact across our communities.

Bring on the next one. ❤️

13/06/2026

What started as a simple team bonding night out turned into something much more meaningful.

Last night, the TWCI team attended our first Sammy D Foundation Ball, and what an incredible evening it was.

Not only did we have the opportunity to spend time together outside of the office, meet so many lovely people who are genuinely passionate about what they do, but we were also proud to sponsor Playford International College to receive their brilliant programs making such an impact.

As an organisation committed to creating safer, stronger and more connected communities, the work of the Sammy D Foundation deeply resonates with us. Their commitment to violence prevention, youth education and empowering young people to make positive choices is creating real impact across South Australia every single day.

Hearing the stories, seeing the passion in the room and witnessing the incredible support from the community was both inspiring and humbling.

A huge thank you to the Sammy D Foundation team for hosting such a fantastic event and for the life changing work you continue to do, this will now be an annual event for us 🎉

We’re proud to have played a small part in supporting an organisation that is making such a significant difference in the lives of young South Australians.

28/05/2026

Mini golf, maximum fun ⛳

A little competition, a lot of laughs and plenty of great moments along the way!

Whether it’s lining up the perfect shot or just enjoying the day together, it’s all about having a go and sharing the experience 💙

Good vibes, great company and a whole lot of fun 🙌✨

27/05/2026

Massive shout out to one of our OG TWCI parents, for stepping in and helping us out in a huge way this week 🙌

After our lawns at the Elizabeth office got absolutely out of control and no less than FIVE people failed to even show up for quotes, Scott jumped in and volunteered his time and services to help us get it sorted.

This is exactly what the TWCI community is all about. People backing each other, showing up, and genuinely caring.

Scott, thank you for your continued support over the years and for being a dead set legend. It honestly means a lot and we appreciate you more than you know 👏💙

Community. Connection. Good humans doing good things.

27/05/2026

New experiences, new confidence ✨

Trying something different, having a go and enjoying every moment along the way - that’s what it’s all about! Out on the water, making waves and loving it 🙌