I joined the board of trustees for Waiuku Family Support Network in 2017, driven by my passion for community service. Originally, from South India, I hold a Master’s in Medical Microbiology and a Master’s in Biotechnology. Currently, I work full-time as  Assistant to the Minister at Waiuku and District Combined Churches, where I lead community outreach programs.

I deeply value teamwork and believe that each person’s unique gifts contribute to strengthening others, creating something beautiful for our community. Serving alongside an amazing team at Waiuku Family Support Network has been a privilege and an incredible learning journey.

Mā mua ka kite a muri, mā muri ka ora a mua – Those who lead give sight to those who follow, those who follow give life to those who lead.

Joey is a born and bred Waiuku local, originally trained as a builder and now a successful insurance adviser. He owns a business providing financial advice across New Zealand. Joey is passionate about community support, enjoys family time, local events, and the occasional round of golf.

Jessica is eager to be a positive role model for those around her and is looking forward to helping her community. She has a degree in accounting and runs a bookkeeping company which she hopes will bring some added value to the team. Jessica loves spending her free time with her children, out hiking or reading books. 

Michael is new to the Waiuku Family Support scene and he is keen to bring skills from other sectors to drive the strategic vision for the community. Waiuku born and bred Michael enjoys the outdoors and especially being out on the water.

I have been on the board for the past 3 years and live in Weymouth. My connection has been much longer through the service WFS provides in the family harm space. I am a member of the Institute of Directors and currently work in the social housing space. My background is social work and community development.

I am orginally from the UK and moved to NZ in 2007 . I have lived in Waiuku since with my husband and three children. 

I have been a trustee for WFSN since 2016. I orginally trained as a mental health nurse and have worked in the UK and NZ. Since 2018 I have worked as a ordained minister in Waiuku. 

I am passionate about quality governance and strengthening community support.