# @victoriapolice on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/CqO57Ydvh-k
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/72290409-victoriapolice-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2023-03-26T00:59:34.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Victoria Police (@victoriapolice) — https://gondola.cc/victoriapolice

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Meet Leading Senior Constable, Elizabeth Sidiropoulos. When Elizabeth joined Victoria Police almost 35 years ago, she was only the second Greek female to join Victoria Police. 

“It was my dream to join Victoria Police, as far back as I can remember. When I finished high school, I told my parents I wanted to apply. But growing up in a strict Greek household, my parents had other views – a career in policing wasn’t for women.” 

But after several years Elizabeth applied – much to her parents dismay – and she hasn’t looked back. 

“I’ve worked in a lot of different areas across the organisation. We truly work with some amazing people who are from so many diverse backgrounds, cultures, with work and life experiences prior to joining Victoria Police.” 

The first sworn Multicultural Liaison Officer (MLO) was appointed over 20 years ago. Today, many members provide a wealth of knowledge and support to individual multicultural community groups across metro and regional areas. 

“Many community members tell us they are fearful of police in their home countries. So, it's really rewarding to see some go from fearing police to understanding that we are a community-focused police force, and that our role is to protect life and property.”

A proud mother of two, with her eldest following her lead in ‘serving our community’ as a paramedic, Elizabeth has also always felt the support of her colleagues she quickly recognises as friends. 

“The other thing I love about my job is the friendships I have made along the way. I’ve always had their support – both in my professional development and life changes. The flexible nature of the job allowed me to raise my children how I wished to, which I will always be grateful for.” 

Harmony Week is a time to celebrate multiculturism and acknowledge the individual contribution we make to cultivate an environment that is inclusive and safe from discrimination. Learn more about Victoria Police’s commitment to growing a workplace that represents the people we serve through the link in our bio. 
 
#HarmonyWeek #EveryoneBelongs #Diversity #PoliceCareers

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policecareers, harmonyweek, everyonebelongs, diversity

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