With more than 15 years of experience in the not-for-profit sector, Fiona has developed a reputation for her strategic leadership, innovative thinking, and passionate advocacy. Fiona has worked in areas spanning drug & alcohol, mental health and most recently in child protection as the CEO of the carer peak body, Connecting Foster & Kinship Carers SA (CF&KC-SA). Under her leadership, CF&KC-SA has expanded its reach and influence, ensuring that the voices of foster and kinship carers are heard at both state and national levels.
Fiona’s approach to leadership is grounded in collaboration, empathy, and a deep understanding of the complexities experienced within community systems. She is a strong advocate for policy reform and has been instrumental in driving initiatives that address systemic issues, facilitating positive change to policy, practice and legislation.
A skilled communicator and strategist, Fiona is frequently sought after for information and advice regarding community services, and systemic advocacy. Her insights into the challenges and opportunities within the child protection sector have made her a respected figure among policymakers, parliamentarians, and peers.
Fiona holds a strong commitment to building a supportive and resilient South Australian community and she looks forward to leading the peak body for drug and alcohol services, amplifying the voice of SA service providers to strengthen a commitment to reduce the harmful impact of alcohol and other drugs.