Kirsty Nowlan

Kirsty has led systems change, research and policy initiatives for more than 20 years. She worked in international development – on issues including child health and protection, trade policy and issues affecting fragile and conflict affected states. Since her return to Australia she worked on issues including children’s wellbeing and ageism before focusing on disability. 

She is also a director on two other for-purpose boards: Peacifica, and The Centre for Social Purpose.  

Kirsty leads The Achieve Foundation operational team, in addition to being a board director.