Thanks

Dr Pat Johnson joined Junaya’s Board of Directors in February 2020 and brings more than 35 years of experience in community services. Dr Johnson has taught at TAFE and has written teacher and learner resources, has experience in child protection and has managed large organisations. Dr Johnson also had a consultancy practice for 25 years and delivered training (DCJ) and co-wrote the SHS Case Management Resource Kit and case management training. In addition, Dr Johnson has written policy manuals, conducted research, strategic planning and provided case management supervision. Dr Johnson has a Masters from UWS and a PhD from RMIT.

Anthony Alcock joined Junaya’s Board of Directors in 2019 with the aim to enhance the social welfare of the Blacktown communy. Anthony has a BA (Hons) Business Studies, Post Graduate Certificate Education, MA Theology & is currently self employed.

Tess Sayas is a Director of Zignal International Pty Ltd, she joined Junaya’s Board of Directors in 2020. Tess holds a Bachelor of Science in Commerce, Major in Accounting and Advance Diploma in Counselling and Family Therapy. She has professional experience in Accounting, IT Development, Quality Assurance and Audit and Family Counselling. Tess is also Director/Treasurer of Community Resource Network and a Past President of the Rotary Club of Blacktown City.

Linda Santos is a practising solicitor by profession for over 25 years. She is also an elected Councillor of Blacktown City Council. Linda extends her public and community services by providing Pro-Bono Legal Advising facilities to various community organisations. Linda is also a qualified and experienced educator, in law and in literature. Linda joined Junaya’s Board of Directors in 2019.