Board of Directors
Sherry-Ann Toomey - Chairperson (First Nations)
Sherry-Ann Toomey is a proud Wiradjuri woman and the Director, Sector Engagement at AbSec. She leads strategic engagement across NSW, building strong partnerships between Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations, community, government, and the broader sector to support culturally safe systems, services, and reforms for Aboriginal children, young people, and families. With over 20 years’ experience across policy, workforce reform, and Aboriginal employment and inclusion, Sherry brings deep expertise in sector leadership, co-design, and system change. She previously held senior roles within the NSW public sector, including leading Closing the Gap implementation and Aboriginal employment strategies. Sherry is committed to strengthening sector capability, amplifying Aboriginal voices, and driving sustainable, community-led outcomes.
Jayne Christian - Treasurer (First Nations)
Jayne is a proud Baramadagal Dharug woman with kinship connection to Wiradjuri Country. Jayne joined Junaya's Board of Directors in December 2024, bringing a diverse range of skills and experience spanning across Federal and State Government and Private Industries. Jayne holds qualifications in law, dispute resolution and sociology. Jayne worked for a decade as a social justice lawyer across Sydney and in regional and remote Aboriginal communities. Jayne worked on inaugural First Nation's Strategy for the City of Parramatta when she chaired the First Nations Advisory Committee between 2022 - 2024 and works with the Treaty Council Worldwide, to uplift and empower Indigenous Communities.
Linda Sainsbury - Director (First Nations)
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Ngurrali Ellis - Director (First Nations)
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