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.
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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. |
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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 |
MICHAEL
Michael has extensive experience in
community mobilization and development. He has acted as Councilor and Mayor in Nillumbik Shire Council, and runs his own design and construction business |
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ELEISHA
Eleisha is a qualified graphic designer
focusing on branding, publication, typography and exhibition design. |
BRIEGE
New Zealand born Briege established
her midwifery career in Wellington. She currently works in Melbourne as a midwife and childbirth educator, and has a keen interest in women’s health in developing countries. |
SOPHIE
Sophie is a communications professional
and writer. She is completing a Masters in International Development Practice, complementing her commitment to gender and peace-building issues. |
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SARENA
Sarena possesses a strong interest in
Maternal and Child Health and improving related outcomes in the developing world. She is currently completing her Nursing and Midwifery qualifications. |
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. |