{"id":14,"date":"2020-03-02T15:37:16","date_gmt":"2020-03-02T04:37:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.downsyndrome.org.au\/testact\/?page_id=14"},"modified":"2025-02-10T10:50:23","modified_gmt":"2025-02-09T23:50:23","slug":"our-board","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.downsyndrome.org.au\/act\/about-us\/our-board\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Committee"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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President<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Patricia Murray<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tricia has been a member of our Association since the birth of her son Nathan in 2016 when she wanted to make connections with other families. She volunteers with the Association to keep those connections going and to help support new families. Tricia grew up in Queensland with a younger sister with Down syndrome so is passionate about whole of life issues for people with Down syndrome and their families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Vice President<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Marie Katselas<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Marie Katselas joined our committee in 2019. Her son, Evan, was born with Down syndrome and died in 2018. Marie believes having Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities should not be considered an impediment to living a full and happy life. She believes people with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities need to be supported when necessary. Her goal is to see a completely inclusive society in Australia\u2019s \u201cfair go\u201d way. Marie feels it is important to contribute to the community in Evan\u2019s memory.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Secretary<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Natalie Cooper<\/strong> PSM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Natalie is an experienced Communications and Engagement professional having worked in various Federal and ACT Government roles for the past 20 years. Natalie was awarded the Public Service Medal in 2024 for outstanding public service in communications during the ACT Government’s COVID-19 response. She and her husband Chris are the proud parents of two wonderful boys. Their younger son, Jamie, has Down Syndrome along with some significant medical issues. Natalie is committed to improving the experience of people with Down Syndrome, their families and carers, particularly when interacting with health services.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Treasurer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Tracey Crump<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Down Syndrome Advisory Network Representative<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Annie Lee<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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General Member<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Kathryn Lee<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kathryn is Chartered Accountant with over 25 years\u2019 experience in the not-for-profit peak industry sector, currently working at the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.  She and her husband Damian have two daughters, the youngest Annie has Down syndrome.
Kathryn is passionate about an inclusive and valued life for people with Down syndrome. She looks forward to contributing to projects that develop employment opportunities for people with an intellectual disability.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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