Our small but dedicated team is committed to elevating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women. In line with our core operating principles, most of our team are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander women. If you would like to request any of our team for speaking engagements please click here.
A proud Noongar/Yamatji yorga, living and working on Whadjuk Country.
Latoya has more than 20 years’ experience across government and non-government sectors, with a strong focus on education, community development and supporting better outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
A proud Noongar yorga, living and working on Whadjuk Country.
Narelle supports Latoya in the development and implementation of our organisation’s planning and service delivery as well as key stakeholder management. A former teacher, Narelle was previously general manager of operations at Girls Academy, overseeing the program in 26 schools across WA and NT.
Living and working on Gomeroi Country.
Leica is an Anaiwan woman and Ember Connect’s Membership Coordinator. Leica has an administrative background with a professional history spanning the small business, government and not-for-profit sectors. Leica has previous experience in various operational, development and leadership roles and enjoys working is a team environment.
A proud Wirangu woman, living and working on Bundjalung Country.
Daina is Ember Connect’s Membership Coordinator and brings extensive experience in community engagement, business development, marketing and program delivery. Passionate about creating opportunities for First Nations women, Daina works closely with members, mentors and partners to create meaningful connections and support professional growth. With a background spanning the not-for-profit, education and small business sectors, Daina is committed to building strong relationships and helping women thrive through community and connection.
Living and working on Whadjuk Country.
Warren has more than twenty years’ experience in leadership and consulting roles across the not for profit sector. Warren is supporting the team in the areas of strategy, organisational development, stakeholder management and revenue generation. Warren holds a Masters in Business Administration and was previously Girls Academy’s chief business officer.
A wadjela, living and working on Whadjuk Country.
Tess started her career as a regional journalist in country South Australia before embarking on a career in public relations that has covered the wine, sport, and not-for-profit sectors. Tess provides communications and PR support for Ember Connect, and is committed to supporting people find their voice and share their message.
Ember Connect wishes to acknowledge the many Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and we honour their deep continuing connection to land, sky, waterways and community.
We pay our respects to our Elders past, present and emerging who illuminate our journey to truth-telling, culture and conservation, which remains stronger than ever.