Our board is made up of dedicated and inspiring individuals who share a strong commitment to making a positive difference to the world through our work in Africa. 

JESS

Jess founded Positive Aid in 2008, in response to various needs she perceived in remote Kenya. She has lived and worked extensively in the area, and brings a unique understanding of the African context. Jess also holds a Masters in International Development.

LOUISE

Louise has over twenty-five years' experience in high-level management and administration, including Government and NGOs.

ALICE

Alice has thirty years' experience in cross-cultural communication and health education, particularly in Indigenous Australia. She is also a midwife and remote area nurse, with a PhD in Public Health.

HELEN

Helen has qualifications and a wealth of experience in community development and social science, ranging from being Mayor and Councillor in Nillumbik Shire Council, holding positions in committees and being a Fellow of the FAICD.

KELLIE

Kellie has worked across Africa, Asia and the Pacific with NGOs, Government agencies and the UN. She holds a Masters in International Development and specialises in health program management.

KEIRA

Keira is a communications specialist with a ten-year background in publishing. She is passionate about community development through the effective use of story-telling, marketing and communication to bridge cross-cultural gaps in understanding that creates lasting social change.

ELEISHA

Eleisha is a qualified graphic designer focusing on branding, publication and typography.

BRIEGE

New Zealand born Briege established her midwifery career in Wellington. She currently works in the Northern Territory as a midwife and childbirth educator, and has a keen interest in women’s health in developing countries.

ELISE

Elise is a medical doctor based in the Northern Territory, training as a GP obstetrician. She is passionate about cross-cultural communication and remote Aboriginal healthcare. She is complementing her clinical work by studying a Masters of Public Health.

CALEB

Caleb has founded and operated several Melbourne-based businesses, including ESD consultancy firm, Green Rate, which he continues to run. He holds a degree in Business, (Entrepreneurship).

LILIAN

Lilian has worked as an educator for more than thirty years, in the public sector as well as in a private consultant capacity. She has been involved with Positive Aid since its inception, while supporting various other organisations which provide international development aid.

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