A Gippsland woman and former foster child has been named Australia’s kindest person in time for World Kindness Day on November 13.
Women’s apparel brand Black Pepper searches each year for “unsung heroes” to celebrate being kind.
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Heather Baird was a foster child from age two and aims to help children living in similar circumstances.
Baird started a charity to provide clothing, toiletries and other essentials and experiences for foster kids.
Heather was selected as the national winner from hundreds of entries nationwide. She was up against state winners including Pamela Tatt who started Knit4Charities, charity leader Eman Rahim who was once homeless and Chris Jones who founded the LIVEfree Project.
Black Pepper Marketing Manager, Jacquie McIntosh said this is their third annual search for Australia’s kindest person.
“It was not an easy decision as we had some wonderful state winners who have demonstrated incredible kindness. However Heather’s ability to overcome personal hardship to show empathy, selflessness and unwavering commitment to foster children and their carers is truly inspiring and the epitome of kindness.”
Heather will receive clothing vouchers, prizes from sponsors, and a $5,000 donation to her charity.
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