What is your name?
My name is Sam Atukorala.
Where are you from?
I am originally from Sri Lanka. I arrived in Australia in 2000 as an international student.
What do you do with yourself?
I manage the Ethnic Council of Shepparton and District.
How long have you been in Shepparton?
I moved from Melbourne to Shepparton in 2013.
What do you love the most about Shepparton?
Shepparton is unique. It has a vibrant, welcoming and diverse community. Beautiful people supported me and made me feel welcome. They helped me feel that I belonged.
What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
I enjoy spending quality time with my family, exploring and spending time in nature.