Since graduating in November, the organisation has become not only a passion, but her new place of work.

"It's been such a good experience," she said. "I've met a lot of people that have been accredited for giving 10 years of volunteer service. I hope to get there some day."

Originally from Brazil, the 23 year old said there wasn't a service of Lifeline's ilk in her homeland and she was proud to work on the frontline helping people through crisis.

"Calls from younger people are the ones that really stay with you," she said. "Even off the phones I feel like I am just more aware of people's behaviour in general and what they might be going through."

Susana said taking her black labrador, Obama, running each day was a great way to wind down.

But she has stepped up the pace in preparation for the Run for your Lifeline Canberra Fun Run this Sunday.

The event includes a half marathon and five and 10-kilometres courses.

"I am doing 5 kilometres but now I am regretting it and want to walk for longer," Susana said.

The special event will raise money to support Lifeline Canberra and give more than 1000 registered runners and walkers the rare chance to use the brand-new Majura Parkway before it opens to traffic.

Parking is available for all registered runner however there is no room to accommodate race spectators.

With hot temperatures predicted for day organisers are reminding participants to take care of themselves and have arranged 14,000 litres of water to serve at the event.

The 21.1 kilometre half-marathon begins the day at 7.30pm, followed by the 10 kilometre fun run at 8.30pm and the 5 kilometre fun run at 9.30am.