Women`s Legal Service Wa Board

Tania has often been invited on recommendation to find long-term solutions to specific problems and has established herself as an interim executive offering independence, objectivity and added value as a «game changer». Key responsibilities included developing strategic business models and conducting strategic health, education and employment reviews for a public service, university, TAFE college and Indigenous business. As a not-for-profit specialist community legal centre, WLSWA is the only independent legal service for women in Western Australia. It is a leader in the industry. WLSWA provides accessible legal services on a non-discriminatory and equal basis to disadvantaged women in Western Australia. From a gender equality perspective, we strive to address inequalities in the legal system that negatively and disproportionately affect vulnerable women, especially victims/survivors of domestic and family violence who need specialized support in the areas of family law, child protection and compensation for criminal victims. We advocate on behalf of clients and educate stakeholders on these issues by acting holistically to empower and support women in the common legal issues they face. Ciemone`s ability to work in rapidly changing environments and quickly understand and adapt to new issues has been integral to its success. A trusted advisor, she has overseen corporate tax, governance and compliance, developed cultural transformation programs, designed and implemented business development and marketing strategies, led complex mergers and acquisitions, worked with boards on operational and strategic objectives, and established positive alliances and partnerships.

Ciemone creates an environment that promotes improved performance and positive morale. We are looking for several new board members to join the trip. Kirsty Moore joined the Board of Directors in May 2019. She is currently the Executive Director of Products and Markets at Indigenous Business Australia, a Commonwealth government agency that promotes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander economic development across Australia by providing financial products and services. Prior to that, Kirsty spent three years as Director of Business for the Western Australian Government. In this role, Kirsty served as Chief Business Development and Asset Management Officer for the Housing Authority. She was responsible for managing WA`s $14.5 billion portfolio of social housing assets. A graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Kirsty has extensive experience in technical accounting, corporate governance and commercial finance. Prior to entering the public sector, Kirsty worked for Pricewaterhouse Coopers and National Australia Bank. WLSWA welcomes innovation in responding to emerging issues in the legal landscape and in pursuing social change and legislative reform to reduce inequalities and promote individual justice and security. Julie Whitlock joined the Board in May 2019 and brings diverse experience in strategy, marketing, customer experience, digital channel management and large-scale transformation programs.

She is currently Associate Director of Engagement and Experience at Murdoch University in the Marketing and Communications Directorate. In 2018 and 2021, Julie had the honour of being elected by her peers to the Murdoch University Senate, the university`s governing body. With a desire to promote more women in STEM, she recently founded the Murdoch networking group Women in IT. Julie is a member of the Health Consumer`s Council and the Consumer & Community Health Research Network. In addition, she has completed a number of continuing education courses in leadership and management and holds a graduate diploma from ECU. Zoe is a partner at HWL Ebsworth Lawyers and practices in the areas of industrial relations and security. Zoe has diverse skills, having worked as a lawyer for 18 years and as a strategic human resources consultant for nearly 8 years. This combination of legal knowledge and practices and a wide range of hands-on HR experiences enable Zoe to provide a strategic and practical approach to problems. In addition, Zoe served on the Board of Directors of Deckchair Theatre for 7 years and understands the challenges and opportunities facing the non-profit sector.

Women`s Legal Service WA provides a range of legal support services to women in Western Australia who are in crisis or disadvantaged.