Treasurer

The Mama organising fundraisers

Julie is, first and foremost, a mother to seven children and a granny to 14. Her love of family extends to Mama Respond and its beneficiaries – always putting others before herself. Unless it comes to her famous cakes. Julie is a businesswoman known for her delicious baking and cake decorating. In her spare time, you’ll find gardening, homemaking, and walking along the river.

Kitengela District Coordinator

The Mama in Kenya with the knowhow

Lucy is passionate about women’s empowerment and education; she herself has a Diploma in Business Management and has successfully run her own business for over ten years. Lucy loves to travel and make a difference in her local community.

Human Relations

The Mama taking care of the team

Emilia is dedicated to helping improve the lives of children and families.

She currently works in the Youth Services and Disability industry as a Human Resources and Operations Manager; she has her Bachelor’s in Business with a major in HR and Accounting and is currently studying a Certificate 4 in Mental Health.

Emilia in a mum of two and enjoys spending her down time with her family.

Manager, Kenya

The Mama getting it done

Njoki E. Wachira has led an impressive career as a project and program specialist in her 14 years working in the health and education development sector.

Njoki holds a Bachelor of Arts in Community Psychology from Makerere University and is pursuing a master’s degree in Gender and Development She is a proud mother of two wonderful.

In her personal life, she has a keen interest in hiking and aspires to conquer the highest mountains in East Africa within the next five years.

Board Member

Board Member

Michael's passion lies in cultivating change by recognising that people are the experts of their own lived experience. He believes in empowering others to be the best version of themselves and finds himself doing so through community outreach at the Armadale Market.

From adventure hikes, to studying social work, working in the Justice system and professionally wrestling, Michael's life is well balanced between work and pleasure.

Board Member

Brendan’s qualifications lie in Construction Health and Safety, and with over 30 years of experience, he is more than willing to advise and be involved in Mama Responds construction projects.

Brendan is excited about Mama Respond's outreach in education and health as these areas closely align with his own values and passions. Brendan is an avid ‘fix-it man’ and loves spending time with his family.

Board Member

As a Kenyan Australian, Anne is committed to making a positive contribution. Her passion for community and making a difference drives her choices in both her personal and professional life.

Anne is committed to achieving sustainable development and tackling global challenges, demonstrated by her extensive development work in Australia and Kenya.

With over 15 years demonstrated experience in creating social impact and program management and as a Senior Advisor for the State Government, Anne provides strategic advice that has contributed to the development and implementation of policy initiative across a range of community, industry, and financial programs.

Anne connected with Mama Respond due to shared values on empowering women and children and education outcomes. Anne says she’s inspired by the commitment and drive Mama Respond have to change lived experiences of special needs children in Kitengela and to prevent further hardship for their Strong Mamas.

She loves serving her community, travelling, and spending time with friends and family.