Mohammed Alam MStJ

Honours and awards

2018 VIC Local Hero Finalist

2011 Vic Young Australian of the Year Finalist

About

Mohammed Alam MStJ has been of continuous service to the community since arriving in Australia from Bangladesh in 2004. He has volunteered with the Australian Red Cross, St John Ambulance Victoria, the Victorian State Emergency Service and Ambulance Victoria, serving some of the most vulnerable members of the community. Mohammed is no stranger to floods, fires and pandemic emergencies and has travelled across the country through his relief, recovery and response work.

Some of his other volunteering work includes administering first aid, driving elderly people to their appointments, and supporting the Australian Red Cross Blood Service through plasma donation on a regular basis.

Mohammed has been actively involved in breaking down barriers in the culturally and linguistically diverse community through his influence, advocacy, engagement and leadership.

Mohammed is currently a Protective Service Officer Sergeant with the Victoria Police and an Army Reservist as a Sergeant in the Royal Australian Corps of Military Police.

Mohammed understands that the uniform he wears comes with responsibilities and by helping others and giving everyone a fair go, he embodies the very best of what it means to be a great role model and an Australian.