Nada has extensive experience as a senior leader in housing and human services in the government and not for profit sectors.  She has led strategy, operations, and growth to strengthen communities and improve outcomes for disadvantaged communities.

Prior to joining the Women’s Housing Company, Nada was a State Director at Mission Australia leading service delivery in NSW, ACT and Victoria. Prior to that she led business strategy, homelessness programs and innovative product and service development at the then Housing NSW.

Early in her career Nada worked at the grassroots in youth work, migrant services and women’s training programs.  Nada is passionate about social justice and about improving outcomes women in social housing and those homeless or at risk of homelessness.

Nada holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA); Bachelor of Arts (Social Science) and is a Graduate of the Australian institute of Company Directors (GAICD)

Debra is an experienced senior level manager who joined the Women’s Housing Company in 2014. With over 15 years’ experience in specialist homelessness services and supported housing for women and children she brings an extensive knowledge of both operational management and governance in the not-for-profit sector, she has expertise in delivering services and programs to women and children experiencing domestic and family violence, sexual assault, mental health conditions, alcohol/drug use, and women impacted by the criminal justice system.

Debra has a dedicated commitment to the principles of social justice and to service models that strengthen capacity for inclusion, equity and dignity for all women.

Debra holds a Bachelor of Arts (Hons), Master of Policy Studies from the University of Sydney, a Diploma of Management and is a NSW Justice of the Peace.