Bena Arun
About Bena Arun
Bena Arun is a Gender and Social Inclusion Coordination Specialist with extensive experience in public health and community work. She holds a Master's degree in Public Health from the University of Melbourne and a Bachelor's degree in Science from Wayamba University of Sri Lanka.
Work at Global Communities
Bena Arun serves as the Gender and Social Inclusion Coordination Specialist at Global Communities. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to various initiatives aimed at promoting gender equality and social inclusion within communities. Her role involves coordinating efforts to integrate gender considerations into program planning and implementation.
Education and Expertise
Bena Arun obtained a Master of Public Health from the University of Melbourne, completing her studies from 2012 to 2014. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor of Science from Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, where she studied from 2007 to 2011. Her educational background equips her with the knowledge and skills necessary for her work in public health and social inclusion.
Background
Bena Arun's educational journey began at St. Patrick's College in Jaffna, where she studied from 1996 to 2006. She later pursued her undergraduate studies at Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, completing her Bachelor of Science between 2007 and 2011. This foundational education laid the groundwork for her subsequent advanced studies and professional career.
Previous Experience at Save the Children International
Before joining Global Communities, Bena Arun worked as a Child Protection Manager at Save the Children International for a period of five months in 2018 to 2019. In this role, she focused on safeguarding children and ensuring their well-being in various programs and initiatives.
Current Role at Australian Community Workers Association
Bena Arun has been a Registered Community Worker at the Australian Community Workers Association since 2016. Based in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, she has accumulated eight years of experience in this role, where she engages with community members to address social issues and promote community welfare.