Meet the team
Founded by families of people with disability, we are dedicated to advocating for a truly inclusive world where people with disability can lead good, ordinary lives through natural, community-based supports and socially valued roles. Unlike other organisations, we focus solely on the person with disability, prioritising authentic inclusion and meaningful participation in all aspects of life. Our team shares a deep commitment to this vision, each bringing unique skills and a shared passion for fostering communities where everyone belongs.
Cecile Sullivan Elder
Cecile is the Executive Officer at Family Advocacy
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Mandy Vandertouw
Mandy has come from over 20 years in the early chi
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Joanne Cross
Joanne brings to the team her experience working i
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Clara Maldonado
Clara started her career in the printing and graph
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Melissa Chan
Driven by a deep commitment to equity and inclusio
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Katie Hodges
Katie brings to the team over 11 years’ experien
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Karen Tippett
Karen joined Family Advocacy in 2008. She manages
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Leanne Varga
As the Systemic Advocate and Campaigns Manager at
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Laura Abrahams
Laura is passionate about ensuring equal opportuni
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Kelly Evagelakos
Kelly brings more than 15 years’ experience in m
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Marybelle Ignacio
Marybelle joined Family Advocacy with a technical
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Jacqueline Currey
Jacqueline commenced as Coordinator for the Advoca
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Jane Scott
Jane has lived and advocated alongside her peers t
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Linda Hughes
Linda is excited to be working with Family Advocac
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Marie Kirkman
In this role, Marie supports and collaborates with
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Talia Roshan
Talia is passionate about promoting the rights and
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Troy Hester
After three and half years heading up Family Advoc
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Want to join our team?
We’re always looking for people who share our commitment to improving disability rights, equality, and creating a more inclusive world. If you’re interested in joining our team and share our vision, please send your resume to communications@family-advocacy.com and keep watch for jobs on our ‘employment opportunities’ page.