Our team

Expertise, compassion, and unwavering dedication.

Last updated: 25 Nov 2024

Purpose-driven

Our people are the heart of our organisation.

Across Victoria and Tasmania, our team is made up of professionals from diverse backgrounds, each bringing unique perspectives and ideas that enrich our work.

We are propelled by innovation and our commitment to our purpose – creating a future where every child, young person and family receives the support they need to thrive.

Our Board

Dr Lisa Griffiths, Board Chair

Dr Lisa Griffiths, Board Chair

CEO, OzChild
Teresa Jayet, Deputy Chair

Teresa Jayet, Deputy Chair

CEO, Mallee Family Care
Andrew Bruun, Treasurer

Andrew Bruun, Treasurer

CEO, YSAS
Heidi Tucker, Member

Heidi Tucker, Member

CEO, Anchor
Sue White, Member

Sue White, Member

CEO, Queen Elizabeth Centre
Sue Sealey, Member

Sue Sealey, Member

Deputy CEO, Anglicare Victoria
Graham Boal, Member

Graham Boal, Member

Group Director, Mackillop Family Services
Justin Flynn, Member

Justin Flynn, Member

CFO, Uniting
Alison Wainwright, Member

Alison Wainwright, Member

CEO, Family Life

Our CEO

Deb Tsorbaris is CEO of the Centre for Excellence in Child and Family Welfare.

Deb has worked in health and community services for over 30 years and is Co-Chair of the Victorian Government’s Roadmap for Reform Implementation Ministerial Advisory Group.

Prior to joining the Centre, Deb was CEO of the Victorian Council to Homeless Persons and held executive positions at Victoria’s Department of Human Services.

Deb has extensive knowledge of policy and practice and has provided policy advice to government on a range of issues and has worked across disability, drugs and alcohol, youth services and employment programs.

Deb is a keen advocate for improving the lives of children, young people and families in the areas of child safety, education and health.

Our Senior Leadership team

Michele Lonsdale

Michele Lonsdale

Deputy CEO
Padraic Keyes

Padraic Keyes

Executive Manager, Operations and Finance
Viv Integerri

Viv Integerri

Executive Manager, Learning and Business Development
Lisa Abbey

Lisa Abbey

Senior Manager
Mandy Charman

Mandy Charman

Senior Manager, OPEN
Pearl Goodwin Burns

Pearl Goodwin Burns

Senior Manager, Education
Justine Koutsoupias

Justine Koutsoupias

Senior Finance Business Partner
Imogen Gerraty

Imogen Gerraty

Manager, Executive Strategy, Partnerships, and Engagement
Louise Johnson

Louise Johnson

Manager, Strategic Communications, Engagement and Advocacy
Madeleine Dowling

Madeleine Dowling

Manager, Fostering Connections and Campaigns
Jason Crockett

Jason Crockett

Manager
Our story
Since its inception in 1912, the Centre has played a pivotal role in shaping child welfare in Victoria, evolving from a small voluntary movement into a leading authority in the sector.
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Together with Families 2024

29 Nov 2024

Celebrating family services excellence
  • Family Services Symposium

Supporting the 16 Days of Activism campaign 2024

24 Nov 2024

Each year, from 25 November to 10 December,  the Centre supports the 16 days of activism campaign, which calls for action against one of the world’s most persistent violations of human rights – violence against women.
  • Campaigns

Finalists announced for Media Awards 2024

20 Nov 2024

  • Media Awards
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Every team member at the Centre is part of the leading force in Victoria and Tasmania’s child and family services sector. We engage in meaningful work that directly impacts communities across both states.
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The Centre’s membership benefits build collaboration, advocacy, and capacity within the child and family services sector, ensuring a more resilient and supportive environment that provides better outcomes for children and families.
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