Elizabeth is Professor of Paediatrics, University of Sydney and Director, FASD NSW Assessment Service, SCHN. She developed the Australian Guide to FASD Diagnosis, leads FASD Hub and FASD Register, played a key role in the NHMRC/WHO guidelines on alcohol use in pregnancy and the National FASD Action Plan.

Nick has worked with JHFMHN since 2009, acting in NUM roles in both adult and adolescent centres and also acted as the Youth Health CNC on and off for approximately 3 years. Nick has been the Adolescent Health CNE since 2020

Dr Elizabeth Tee is a paediatrician undertaking post-fellowship training in Adolescent Medicine. She is the Marie Bashir Clinical Research Fellow at the Department of Adolescent Medicine, Children’s Hospital at Westmead, and a PhD candidate at the University of Sydney exploring longitudinal mental health outcomes in gender and sexuality diverse adolescents.

Adam and Sarah are experienced advocates and communicators leading youth, and community-driven initiatives. With backgrounds in NGOs, government, and policy, they centre lived experience, coalition-building, and engagement. Based in Melbourne, they combine creativity, strategy, and passion to drive change, fuelled by gnocchi, flat whites, and a belief in people power.

Dr Natalie Shearer is completing Advanced Training in General Paediatrics, Community Child Health, and Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine (AYAM). She is committed to ongoing involvement in AYAM healthcare, research, and advocacy, and has a strong interest in medical education and mentoring medical students and junior doctors.

Rhea Goundar has a background in law, medical science, and public policy. She brings experience in legislative reform, youth advocacy, and equity-focused initiatives. A TEDx curator and workshop facilitator at the Law Health Justice Community Advocacy Clinic, she is passionate about systemic change across health, law, and social justice sectors.