Our people
Our work is made possible by our members who volunteer their skills and expertise on our Board and committees, supported by a small operational team.
If you believe in our vision and mission and you would like to help us make a real difference for young people please contact us.
Board members
Dr Jess Allen - Chair
Adolescent and Developmental Paediatrician
Wellington - Te Whanganui-a-Tara
Kate Wills - Secretary
Lawyer
Auckland - Tāmaki Makaurau
John Lee - Treasurer
Chartered Accountant
Wellington - Te Whanganui-a-Tara
Dr Bridget Farrant
Adolescent and Young Adult Physician
Counties Manukau, Auckland - Tāmaki Makaurau
Dr Hannah Osborn
Paediatrician and Youth Health Trainee
Christchurch - Ōtautahi
Michael Brenndorfer
Youth Health Nurse Practitioner
Auckland - Tāmaki Makaurau
Rachel McGillan
Youth Health Nurse Specialist/Clinical Manager
Whangārei - Whangārei-te-rerenga-parāoa
Cathy de Jongh
Human Resources Specialist
Wellington - Te Whanganui-a-Tara
Lara Wall
Registered Nurse, Lecturer and PhD candidate
Waikato
Dr Helke Florkowski
Paediatrician
Nelson Marlborough - Te Tau Ihu
Dr Audrey Robin
General Practitioner Special Interest in Adolescence
Hawkes Bay - Te Matau-a-Māui
Operations team
Deb Struthers
General Manager
Wellington - Te Whanganui-a-Tara
Danielle Vazey
Communications and Engagement Manager
New Plymouth - Ngāmotu