Mission
Support for local councillors, civic leaders and candidates to navigate the unique pressures and complexities of local government Drawing on lived experience, expert insight and a human-centred understanding of the councillor role the work supports local government leaders to meet compliance obligations, strengthen their leadership capability and contribute to healthier communities and democracy.
About me
I am a former Mayor and Local Government Councillor as well as an award-winning Lawyer & Nationally Accredited Mediator, a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, Conflict Resolution Specialist, Speaker and Trainer. I was awarded a Churchill Fellowship to conduct research internationally on conflict management techniques to assist families.
My training:
AMDRAS Accredited Mediator
Graduate of Pathways to Politics for Women - University of Melbourne
Certified High Conflict Coach
Negotiation Mastery - Harvard University
Brain-based conversation skills and coaching skills - ICF certified
Mental Health First Aider
Trauma Informed Practitioner
Master Neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) practitioner
Transformative Relationship Mediation
I have won many industry awards and have been recognised as a Thought Leader, an Innovator and a Wellness Advocate for my innovative approach and work in assisting clients manage conflict.