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Caitlin Gash

Hi! My name is Caitlin and I’m 24 years old, living in Hamilton.

I’m about to go into my final year of my nursing degree at the University of Waikato! I absolutely love looking after people and you can typically find me as the “mum” of the friend group! I love organising get-togethers with friends and spending time with others. I work 3 part time jobs alongside study as well as volunteering as a Dear Community leader, and in my spare time you can find me binge watching Netflix shows I’ve probably watched 3x already, cooking food, cuddling with my cat, going for walks and spending time with friends! I have been a leader with Dear Community since March 2023 and absolutely love the values and mission that they have created as I think meeting new people and making new friends is always a good thing.

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Crispina Menezes

Hiya, I’m Crispina – but you can call me Crispy! I moved to New Zealand from Oman when I was 4 and have called Hamilton home ever since. I studied psychology at Uni and now work in the government sector while also freelancing as a makeup artist.

I love traveling, deep convos, and having a good laugh. You’ll also find me pushing myself to read more, diving into self-development, or getting creative with bullet journaling and all things crafty. Lately, I’ve been learning to cook (with mixed results!), but I’m always up for trying new things and challenging myself.

Whether it’s lifting weights, exploring new places, or getting lost in a good book, I believe in embracing every part of life. I’d love to connect, whether it’s over coffee or drink, a gym session, or a chat about life’s big (or small) questions!

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Georgia Willats

Kia Ora lovely ladies! I'm Georgia, one of the new leaders here in the Hamilton area. I am super excited to jump on board as a leader for this epic organisation, and I can't wait to get to meet so many of you! I'm originally from Auckland, but moved down to the small town of Cambridge just after I turned 13. So I know what it can feel like to have a small circle, with not many close friends around you. This is one of the reasons I am stoked to be a part of this group. Having close girl friendships is so special, and if I can help facilitate a place to make that happen, I'll be one happy girl! In terms of life outside of that, I am a huge musical geek (so much so that I'm studying it in university right now!).

I'm in my final year, and have enjoyed every second! I also love all things mental/physical health. Whether that's the gym, running, journalling, meditating, even pilates! I believe everybody is beautiful, and we all deserve a little bit of self love! If I'm not singing, running, or binge watching Grey's Anatomy, you can find me reading a cheeky little thriller on my kindle. I can't wait to meet you all at upcoming events, please feel free to reach out at any point to me with any questions you may have!

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Sofia Vakata

Hiiii! My name is Sofia, I am 23 years old and I live in Hamilton in the Mighty Waikato.

I am from the USA and have lived in the Dominican Republic. I speak Spanish and love Latino culture.

I work full time as a claims specialist in Insurance and I love what I do! Some things that I enjoy doing is checking out new local restaurants, going for walks or to the beach, and going on road trips and travelling all around New Zealand and the world.

I can’t wait to meet all of you we are going to HAVE SO MUCH FUN! 🥰❤️

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Sarah Baker

Hey everyone, I’m Sarah! I am 24 years old, currently working in Retail Management, and Hamilton born and raised. After attending Dear Community events for the past couple years, I’m beyond excited to take the next step as a leader!

When I'm off the clock, you'll probably catch me at the gym, in a dance studio, whipping up something sweet in the kitchen, or soaking up some fresh air and sunshine—whether that’s out on a walk or getting in the garden.

After finishing my degree completely online (thanks Covid!), I promised myself I'd get comfortable being uncomfortable. I made it my mission to dive into new experiences, meet amazing people, and be brave enough to show up to events and activities solo. Now, I can’t wait to help others do the same! Whether you're here to make friends, try something new, or just step a little outside your comfort zone I look forward to seeing you soon.

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Kayle Vosloo - Book Club

Hi Girls!

My Name is Kayle I’m 23 and currently studying for my Master’s in Accounting at the University of Waikato. When I’m not buried in spreadsheets or textbooks, you’ll probably find me out for a run, on the tennis or pickleball court, or sewing something that may or may not turn out wearable. I’ve always loved reading—it’s the perfect way to learn something new or just completely disappear into another world for a while.

I’m also a proud (and slightly obsessed) dog mum to a cavoodle pup named Hazel, who definitely runs the household. I’m a big fan of traveling, the outdoors, and meeting new people, so I’m super excited to be part of the Dear Community Hamilton book club and connect with fellow book lovers!

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