Race Walking
Jemima is an Athletics athlete, specialising in the 20km race walk. Jemima has been walking since the age of 8 and is a part of a Melbourne-based training squad. Sport gives Jemima a sense of purpose, a strong support network and experience in embracing challenges. She loves the opportunity to make friends and compete in interesting parts of the world, whilst wearing the green and gold. This year, Jemima is completing a Bachelor of Science at Melbourne University with a plan to start her medical post-graduate studies in 2021. She hopes to specialise in public health and is passionate about reducing the burden of non-communicable disease in disadvantaged communities. Jemima loves cooking, piano, indoor plants, farmers markets and spending time with friends.