Cygnet Centre

Christine a Wakka Wakka woman, is a respected social change agent, social worker, public speaker, educator and leader; working with young people, families and First Nations communities shaping services, navigating complex systems, addressing structural inequities and responding to adversity and harm for 30 years. Christine is dedicated to working across all levels of community in the pursuit of social justice and healing; working on local, national and international levels in the areas of anti-racism, human rights and peace initiatives. As CEO of the Cygnet Centre for Peacebuilding and Transformation, Christine leads initiatives that centre healing, justice, community engagement and self-determination with strength, integrity and grace. She’s known for her ability to connect big-picture strategy with grounded community-led practice. Whether working at the boardroom table or in circle on Country, Christine brings clarity, care and an unwavering belief in our collective capacity to heal, transform and lead together.