We understand that the content and topics covered in this forum can be uncomfortable or trigger trauma for some delegates. Therefore, we have
arranged for healers to be available during the course of the event. They will be onsite for all four days to ensure our delegates’ wellbeing is a priority.
If delegates wish to have a private counselling session, they can access the healing room at the event venue.
Foster and Kinship Care Practitioner
Mercy Community
Foster and Kinship Care Practitioner
Mercy Community
Brianna has a bachelor's in social work and a Graduate Certificate in Mental Health.
Brianna has worked in Youth Homelessness and Child Protection roles for the last 4 years.
Brianna loves being outdoors – going camping and riding her jet ski. Brianna loves to travel, but also loves being at home with her
sweet Beagle, Lucy.
Program Manager of Foster and Kinship Care
Mercy Community
Brendan has a Bachelor of Social Science (Counselling) and Bachelor of Laws.
Brendan has worked in QLD Child Protection system (both government and non-government roles) for 16 years.
Brendan loves movement of many types, consuming books and podcasts, playing music, and spending time with 3 sons. Brendan
loves a good yarn.
Team Manager, Foster and Kinship Care
Mercy Community
Vanessa has a Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology).
Vanessa has been working for 11 years in QLD and NT Child Protection systems (government and non-government roles).
Vanessa loves watching RuPaul’s Drag Race, listening to Justin Bieber and is currently learning Auslan to help her to communicate
better with her deaf baby boy.
Child Protection Clinical Nurse Consultant
John Hunter Children's Hospital
