Wathnak: From High School Student in Adelaide to Award-Winning Counsellor

Wathnak, from Cambodia, completed SACE at Woodville High School through South Australian Government Schools. His studies and community involvement paved the way for a mental health career. Today, he’s a counsellor and psychotherapist in Adelaide, honoured with awards including Adelaide City Council’s Young Citizen of the Year.

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Last Updated Monday 8th December, 2025

Where are you from, and what have you studied and at which institution?

I'm from Cambodia, and I completed my South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) at Woodville High School through South Australian Government Schools. I then studied a Bachelor of International Development and a Bachelor of Social Science at the University of Adelaide, now known as Adelaide University.

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