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                    2009 Melburnian of the Year

                    Susan Barton AM

                    Susan Barton AM
                    As the founder and director of Lighthouse Foundation, Susan Barton AM has cared for over 1000 children and homeless young people.

                    The foundation provides long-term homes where kids can experience a safe and healing family environment, where long-term trauma can be addressed with a therapeutic program of long-term care. 

                    Introducing innovative programs in crisis care, early and forced marriage, young homeless parents, and more recently, foster care, Susan has been widely recognised for her dedication and commitment and she has significantly contributed to the Melbourne community.

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