Clarissa Sempel wanted a career in law to help people.

But first, she had to be a rock for her own family – and save herself.

The high-achieving young lawyer and National President of youth leadership initiative Junior Chamber International Australia, Clarissa’s path is marked by determination, even in the face of family devastation.

Clarissa is CQUniversity’s 2023 Alumnus of the Year for Early Career Impact, and you can learn more about her work here.

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How to Change a Life is hosted by Mary Bolling from CQUni Communications. Music by CQU alumnus Tristan Barton.

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