Our Team Committed to End gender based violence.

Jennifer is the Founder & CEO of Worthy Australia, a pioneering force in the non-profit sector. 

Jennifer is a proud member of the Institute of Community Directors Association and the Australian Institute For Purpose Leaders. Recently a top 3 finalist in both the Australian Of The Year Awards and the WA Excellence in Volunteer Management award,  she has built and sustained important relationships in the DV sector in both WA and in the Eastern states; relationships paramount to the ongoing growth of Worthy.   

Her diverse skill set, encompassing business and leadership, marketing, events management, behavioural science, risk management, not-for-profit governance and volunteer management combined with her unwavering passion and lived experience, continues to drive positive impact and transformation within the community. She is also a mental health clinical nurse specialist, so you can be rest assured the Worthy Australia programs will always be trauma informed and aimed at improving the mental health and wellbeing of their clients.

Jordan joined Worthy Australia in 2024 as the Board Secretary due to her comprehensive experience in business management in both the private and public sectors. After completing her MBA in 2014, she specialised in supporting the growth and development of small businesses, ensuring compliance as well as providing strategic direction.

Jordan has over 15 years’ experience in business management as well as previously owning two successful businesses. Jordan’s diverse skill set includes leadership, governance, management, HR, OHS, policy and procedure implementation as well as operational management.

Jordan is extremely passionate about working closely with the Board to assist Worthy Australia in meeting their strategic objectives and support them to continue to grow to be able to support even more women and children who are facing homelessness due to domestic violence.

Jacqui is a successful business owner, former member of council and Worthy Australia board member. 

As one of the original Worthy Australia volunteers, Jacqui has an innate understanding of the inner workings of our Safe Haven program and operations. 

Regularly team leading, Jacqui is an incredible support for new and upcoming volunteers and supports our team to ensure each safe haven is executed to Worthy Standard. In addition to  this, Jacqui is an important member of our strategic organisational group and has just taken on her new role as warehouse manager. 

 Martin is a former naval officer with a Bachelor of Leadership and Training and decades of experience in team leadership, strategic planning, and training delivery. 

Serving on our board, he uses his leadership expertise to guide our direction and ensure men actively participate in discussions about domestic violence. Martin has also become an expert in safe haven logistics, ensuring the secure execution of our initiatives. 

His strategic vision and unwavering commitment to safety make him an invaluable asset, dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment. 

Debra has over 18 years of experience in the finance/ accounting industry. Starting her career as an Accountant, Debra moved into finance, and quickly progressed to mortgage broking. 

After 10 years of being a co-founder of a mortgage brokerage company, she is now the sole owner of her own business and excelling. Debra utilises brings her wealth of knowledge in finance as Worthy's Treasurer & board member. 

On top of her treasurer role, Debra can often be found volunteering at Safe Haven or  travelling, and spending quality time with her family.