Board

Tara is an independent management consultant focused on designing and delivering system-level change and transformation across public, private and NFP sectors. Formerly a senior official in the New Zealand government, Tara remains committed to driving innovation and improvement in social sector service delivery.

Sam Sowerwine has 15+ years' experience in legal and community sectors. As Victoria Legal Aid's Program Manager for Economic and Social Rights, she leads on housing, NDIS, and social security. Sam is a skilled and dynamic leader in governance, strategic advocacy, human-centred design, and fundraising. Sam previously managed Justice Connect Homeless Law.

Jo is passionate about the for-purpose sector & working with teams to implement strategies to achieve organisational missions & growth. Starting as a Chartered Accountant, Jo has years of financial, operational, & strategic planning experience within ASX100 corporates & organisations locally & overseas. She loves to bring strategies alive while balancing service delivery & financial sustainability

Zoey is an experienced Finance Leader with over 17 years’ experience working in the not-for-profit space, particularly in healthcare and research. She has provided key financial insights for strategic decision making and served on StreetSmart Australia’s Board as Treasurer. She believes in diversity and inclusion and is an advocate for equitable opportunity in housing, healthcare and education.