Our People

fkaCS believes in the transformative power of lifelong learning.

Our Pedagogy and Practice Consultants are qualified Early Childhood Teachers with extensive experience in educational leadership, operational management, and relational pedagogy. Trained in adult learning, coaching, and facilitation, we work alongside you to translate early childhood theory into practice, supporting your curriculum and day to day decision making.

Our project leaders and managers are experienced in adult learning, early childhood education, and have vast experience designing professional learning programs that support children’s second language acquisition, cultural knowledge, identity, and wellbeing.

Our leadership team ensures that children’s cultural and linguistic rights are at the forefront of fka Children’s Services’ work internally and through our external advocacy and advisory contributions.

Our operational team ensures that we are available when you need us.

OUR PATRON

Her Excellency Professor the Honourable Margaret Gardner AC

Her Excellency Professor the Honourable Margaret Gardner AC was inaugurated as the 30th Governor of Victoria on August 9, 2023.

Our Board of Management

  • Ros Cornish – President

  • Vanessa Field – Vice President

  • Rakhi Khanna – Treasurer

  • Julie Brooks – Secretary

  • Hodan Abi – Board member

  • Karla Coombes – Board member

  • Melinda Ackerman – Board member

  • Dr Wendy Roberts – Board member

Our Life Members


fkaCS recognises the following individuals as Life Members in appreciation for their dedicated service to the organisation.

  • Dr P. Clarke
  • Ms B. Romeril
  • Ms. K. Coombes
  • Dr A. Kennedy
  • Mrs P. Montgomery
  • Ms D. Rundle
  • Mr J. Emerson
  • Mrs G. Johnson
  • Mr E. Rush
  • Mr L. Cox
  • Ms B. Pasqua
  • Mr I. Renard

Friends of fka Children’s Services


fkaCS acknowledges the many friends and volunteers who have supported the organisation. We sincerely thank you for your commitment to fkaCS and welcome new offers of support from the broader community.

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