Bess Hepworth's Page

If you were stranded on a desert island with only one specific album, movie or book, what might it be?

Exuberant Animal - Power of Health, Play & Joyful Movement: Frank Forencich

My Interests in this site are...

Learning & discussing how to fully engage people online, Learning & discussing how to fully engage live groups, Meeting people with similar interests

Any other interests or needs you'd like to share?

Exuberant Animals, Play & Physical Activity, Stress, Neurology, Anti-bullying,, Biological Evolution, Positive Psychology, Purple Cows, Homeless World Cup, Character Education,Environment, Humanity, Positive Coaching, Football, Japanese Game Shows!

Primary Business/Organization/Team/Project Name

Founder & Head Honcho of Bonza Pie

Your Primary Website

http://www.bonzapie.com

Let me tell you about myself...

I am currently based in Hong Kong. I have an eclectic background of sports and community development from Australia. I have a Degree in Social Science and Human Services as well as qualifications in sports administration and criminology.
I've lived in Hong Kong for the past five years, during that time I've worked for HK United Nations (UNHCR), various coaching companies, International Soccer 7s, HK City Chase and as Sports and Recreation Development Officer at the Hong Kong Football Club. I'm a qualified Football coach and have coached National Australian Youth Teams as well as Olympians and current Australian World Cup players. I have represented South Australia for more than a decade and was an Australian Youth Player. While working as for the Football Federation of South Australia I got to help event manage the 2000 Olympic Games Football but my proudest achievement was co-founding Australian first woman’s refugee team and that passion has lead to my annual involvement in the Homeless World Cup.
My love of sport has continued in Asia and I'm currently playing club football and representing Hong Kong in Gaelic Football and Cricket - where Hong Kong just returned as 2009 Asian Champions for the Women’s Twenty20s!

Despite my competitive background I'm adamant that sport is for all! I regularly promote and design programs and events that are about maximum fun, participation and inclusion. I pride myself on a philosophy of continuous personal and professional development. My favorite quote and mantra is:

Don’t go where the path may lead; go instead where there is no path and leave a trail!