Our Board of Governance ensures WHIN operates lawfully, ethically and in accordance with the purposes set out in our Constitution.
Board members bring knowledge, expertise and influence relevant to WHIN. All of our Board members have recognised leadership skills and specific understanding of women’s health issues relevant to WHIN’s Strategic Plan.
Lucy Forwood was appointed to the Board in 2022. Lucy is a public health professional with substantial experience in strategic planning, policy development and project management. Lucy has made a significant contribution to the primary prevention of gender-based violence, gender equity, cancer prevention and sexual and reproductive health. Lucy brings a deep desire to make positive change to women and gender-diverse people living in Melbourne’s North. Lucy’s qualifications include a Bachelor of Social Work Degree.
Cara Rose was appointed to the Board in 2023. She has over 15 years’ experience working in local government is currently employed as a Gender Equality Advisor at Brimbank City Council. Cara has come to know many WHIN staff through her work. She has a strong personal passion in seeing women have voice, choice, and power in all aspects of their health, safety, and wellbeing.
Helen Coleman (Interim Deputy Board Chair) was elected to the Board in 2023. In 2019 Helen was awarded an Order of Australia for service to the community. She has spent much of her professional and personal career working with local communities improving many aspects of neighborhood and community life. This includes being the Mayor and Deputy Mayor of the Nillumbik Shire Council. Helen’s particular strengths are networking and the development of local partnerships.
Kristen Boulton (Interim Board Chair) was elected to the Board in 2023. Kristen brings over 20 years’ experience as a legal and compliance professional and currently works as In-house Legal Counsel at Block, Inc. Kristen also has a long history of involvement in community networks, especially those in the Darebin area. She has a particular passion for diversity and inclusion.
Nicki Russell (Interim Treasurer) was elected to the WHIN Board in 2024. Most recently, Nicki was Director and Secretary of Positive Women Victoria, a peer support and advocacy organisation for women living with HIV. Nicki has worked in research, policy, program delivery and evaluation in health, justice and the primary prevention sector, with a large emphasis on access and equity.
Becky Woodyatt was elected to the WHIN Board in 2025.
Cirila (Lilac) Limpangog was elected to the WHIN Board in 2025.
Lucy Farmer was elected to the WHIN Board in 2025.
