Thank You, Ginan
A store is nothing without its staff. If the store is the body, the team is the blood coursing through the veins. They are the components that breathe life into the frame and provide the pulse, the beat: they drive the purpose.
When our space is represented by warm, enthusiastic and talented people - like Ginan Yelda - something extraordinary happens. With staff like Ginan greeting members of the public, space is held generously, and the potential we offer to community members is nurtured.
Ginan's influence helped to create a unique communal space that is welcoming, open and honest. Her work helped to make Lost In Books more than a book store. She helped us to build a community, and to help community members to find new possibilities for themselves.
Watching Ginan's progression has been inspiring.
“Ginan joined us as a volunteer. We saw her talent and offered her paid work. She brought commercial acumen and negotiating ability; a deft ability to work with complex situations; generosity and light into our team; quiet efficiency and deep talent and capability. She leaves a heart-shaped hole in our team! Thank you Ginan for all you gave to Lost In Books.”
- Jane Stratton, CEO
As Jane says, you have been an incredible asset to our team, and we are grateful to you. Thank you!
The Lost In Books Team
Artwork by Lili Occhiuto
reflections on volunteering
LOST IN BOOKS is staffed by a team of dedicated volunteers who are passionate about languages, community and books. We have attracted more than 200 volunteers to our work. Collectively, they speak more than 60 languages, and contribute more than 1000 hours of their time each year. We’re always happy to hear from passionate and skilled volunteers.