My Story
A Life Shaped by Faith, Resilience & Purpose
From humble beginnings to building a legacy of impact across business, community and care — this is the story of Patience Rabai.
"Your business is not just a livelihood — it is your legacy."
— Patience Rabai
Who Is Patience Rabai?
Patience Rabai is a Melbourne-based entrepreneur, business coach, author, speaker, community leader and disability-services professional whose life is a testament to the power of faith, resilience and purposeful action.
Born with a deep sense of calling, Patience has spent over a decade building businesses, empowering communities and advocating for those who are often overlooked — migrants, women, young people and individuals living with disability.
Her journey has taken her from the boardroom to the community hall, from the speaking stage to the coaching room — always with the same unwavering conviction: that every person carries within them the seeds of greatness, and that the right support, knowledge and community can help those seeds flourish.
As the founder of Afro Aussie Women in Business, First Class Financials Consultants, POWA Care Connections and Sunday Supper BizTalk Live, Patience has created platforms that don't just talk about change — they create it.
10+
Years of Impact
4
Organisations Founded
5000+
Lives Touched
100+
Events Delivered
My Mission
Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders
Patience's mission is simple and profound: to equip women, migrants, young people and entrepreneurs with the tools, knowledge and confidence they need to build thriving businesses, achieve financial freedom and create lasting community impact — all rooted in faith and purpose.
Faith
Every step is grounded in a deep belief that purpose precedes strategy.
Empowerment
True leadership lifts others — it never stands alone.
Community
We are stronger together. Every table has room for one more.
Excellence
Whatever is worth doing is worth doing with your whole heart.
Integrity
Character is the foundation of every lasting legacy.
Impact
Success is measured not by what you accumulate but by what you contribute.
Recognition & Awards
Honoured for a Life of Impact
NDIS Provider Category Finalist
20252025 Australian Small Business Champion Awards — recognised through Afro Aussie Women in Business for outstanding contribution to disability services and community.
Community Leadership Award
2024Recognised for outstanding contribution to the African-Australian community in Melbourne through business, advocacy and social enterprise.
Women in Business Excellence
2023Celebrated as a trailblazer empowering women entrepreneurs across Australia through mentorship, education and community building.
Disability Services Advocate
2023Honoured for compassionate, person-centred leadership in disability support through POWA Care Connections.
Ready to Work Together?
Whether you are looking for a coach, a speaker or a community — Patience is ready to walk with you.