Amanda Stevenson, a forward-thinking Community Development Officer at the City of Palmerston, has undergone an impressive journey. Evolving from a young mother to achieving milestones in educational support and childcare services, she proudly transitioned her childcare centre into a paperless organisation, igniting her enduring connection with technology. With an advanced diploma in community services management, her influence has been transformative.
Amanda was selected for Artlands 23, where she is helping to shape the next creative plan for regional Australia.
Amanda remains dedicated to fostering creative initiatives in the region. Her creative footprint, blending street art and digital design, leaves an impression locally and nationally.
As founder of the International Women's Crew and a global street art ambassador for the International Women’s Day Website for 5 years, she has championed creativity and equality for all people. Amanda’s impact resonates through local government, pioneering exciting tech-driven youth experiences including dynamic video game development and ground-breaking events like the Palmerston Youth Festival and Geekfest Top End.
With her sights set on the horizons of Web3, metaverse exploration, and NFTs, Amanda's passion remains undaunted. She supported the establishment of the youth organisation Level Up Gaming and powered the Geek Industry Association, a triumph of collaboration with the Geek Culture Collective (GCC).
Armed with nearly 7 years of government-led community development, Amanda Stevenson propels community progress through tech-inspired innovation and boundless creativity.