SPEAKERS

STEPH HODGINS-MAY (she/her)

Greens Senator for Victoria  

Steph is a climate, environment and social justice campaigner with a background in environmental law and advocacy. A Senator for Victoria since May 2024, she holds the Early Childhood Education and Care, Democracy and Resources portfolios, is Assistant spokesperson for Climate Change and Energy, and speaks on Transport, Infrastructure and Sustainable Cities in the Senate. Steph previously advised the United Nations in New York, helping strengthen Australia’s response to the climate crisis and expand humanitarian pathways for refugees and asylum seekers. Raised in Central Victoria by a fifth-generation farmer and public school teacher, she remains connected to her regional roots.

DAVID SHOEBRIDGE (he/him)

Greens Senator for New South Wales

David Shoebridge is an Australian Greens Senator for NSW, a former barrister, and longtime environmental and social justice advocate. First elected to the Senate in 2022 after serving in the NSW Legislative Council (2010-2022), he currently holds portfolios in Justice, Defence, Digital Rights and Home Affairs. A defender of human rights, Shoebridge has been outspoken on issues from Gaza to climate justice, challenging corporate power while advocating for grassroots democracy and ecological sustainability.

SARAH MANSFIELD (she/her)

Deputy Leader of the Victorian Greens, MLC for Western Victoria

A local GP and former City of Greater Geelong councillor, Sarah is committed to building a fairer, healthier and more sustainable future for Western Victoria. Her experience working in healthcare and with people experiencing homelessness showed me how deeply social inequality, housing stress and climate change affect people’s lives. First elected as the City of Greater Geelong’s first Greens councillor in 2017, Sarah now proudly serves as the Greens State Member for Western Victoria in the Victorian Legislative Council. Sarah is focused on tackling the climate crisis, expanding affordable housing, improving healthcare and public transport, and ensuring our region thrives through investment in renewable energy and community wellbeing.

ANASINA GRAY-BARBERIO (she/her)

Greens MLC for Northern Metro 

Anasina is the Greens MLC for Northern Metro and is the first Victorian MP of Pasefika heritage. As a Pasefika woman, Anasina has a deep understanding of the threats posed by climate change, coming from a community that is on the frontline of the climate crisis. Anasina has been a passionate advocate for diverse communities in the northern suburbs who are being hit particularly hard by the cost of living and climate crises. 

AIV PUGLIELLI (he/him)

Greens MLC for Eastern Metro

Aiv is a young Italian-Australian, LGBTQIA+ artist, and your local MP for the North-East Metropolitan region. He was the youngest MP elected to the Victorian Parliament in 2022 and is the Greens spokesperson for Economic Justice, LGBTQIA+ Equality, Young People, Free Uni & TAFE, Legal Cannabis & Drug Harm Reduction and Workers’ Rights.

KATHERINE COPSEY (she/her)

Greens MLC for Southern Metro 

Katherine, a former planning and environment lawyer, is a passionate advocate for sustainable and equitable outcomes in Melbourne’s inner south. She served as a Greens councillor for the City of Port Phillip from 2016 before being elected to the Victorian Legislative Council for Southern Metro in 2022. Katherine believes strong community representation, climate action and social justice are essential to a fair society. She is committed to protecting natural spaces, accelerating the transition to renewable energy, and supporting safe, accessible transport options. A long-time gambling reform advocate and avid e-cyclist, Katherine brings practical experience and community-focused leadership to public life.

GABRIELLE DE VIETRI (she/her)

Greens MP for Richmond 

Gabrielle de Vietri is the Victorian Greens spokesperson for Housing and Renters, Peace & Disarmament, and The Arts. Elected as the MP for Richmond in 2022, she previously served as Mayor of Yarra in the world’s first Greens majority government. Before politics, Gabrielle was an activist and contemporary artist exhibiting in Australia and internationally. Motivated by concerns about the influence of wealthy donors and lobby groups, she entered parliament to fight for a fairer democracy. Gabrielle advocates for safe, affordable housing, strong climate action, and LGBTIQA+ rights. A proud Collingwood local, she is committed to building a welcoming and thriving community for everyone.

TIM READ (he/him)

Greens MP for Brunswick

Tim was elected as the first Greens MP for Brunswick in 2018, ending a century of Labor representation and has lived in the area since the early 1990s when he started work as a GP in community health. Before entering Parliament, Tim completed a PhD while working in an HIV and sexual health clinic with his research focused on HIV prevention and treatment, as well as care for antibiotic-resistant sexually transmitted infections.

NOURA MANSOUR (she/her)

Noura Mansour is a Palestinian educator, political analyst, writer, activist and community organizer, from Akka. She is currently the director of Democracy in Colour. She studied Political Science and Education and received masters in International Relations from Haifa University. Noura has been involved in development and community work with NGOs in Jerusalem, West Bank and Palestine 48. She has worked with international NGOs and solidarity movements in Korea and Australia where she is now based with her husband and two sons.

NGARRA MURRAY (she/her)

Ngarra is a proud Wamba Wamba, Yorta Yorta, Dhudhuroa and Dja Dja Wurrung woman living and working in Melbourne on Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Country. She previously served as Co-Chair of the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria, stepping down following the last election to pursue new opportunities and continue her advocacy in other ways. Coming from a strong lineage of advocates and inspirational leaders, Ngarra continues to walk in their footsteps, dedicating herself to creating positive change for her people and community

CARLY FINDLAY OAM (she/her)

Carly Findlay OAM is an award-winning writer, speaker and appearance activist. Her memoir, Say Hello, was released in 2019 and edited the anthology Growing Up Disabled in Australia. Carly writes on disability and appearance diversity for outlets including the ABC, The Age, Sydney Morning Herald and SBS. In 2020, she received a Medal of the Order of Australia for her work as a disability advocate and activist. Carly has appeared on ABC TV and radio, spoken at major festivals and universities, and organised the groundbreaking Access to Fashion event during Melbourne Fashion Week. Carly identifies as a proud disabled woman – she lives with a rare, severe skin condition, ichthyosis and organised Australia’s first ichthyosis meet in 2015.

NERITA WAIGHT (she/her)

Nerita is a proud Yorta Yorta and Narrandjeri woman and mother of two young boys, committed to creating a future where children grow up connected to culture, community and opportunity. Raised by a compassionate community leader and surrounded by strong role models, she has always been driven to use her voice to support her people. As CEO of the Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service (VALS), she has worked alongside communities to advocate for law reform, deliver disaster relief, and establish new services for Aboriginal children and people harmed by police and prisons, ensuring community voices remain at the centre of change.

CHLOE STODDARD (she/her)

Chloe Stoddard is a long time campaigner and is passionate about building and sustaining the democratic socialist movement and was a Field Systems Manager on the Zohran for NYC mayoral campaign. Previously, Chloe was an encampment organizer at the London School of Economics and co-authored the report Assets in Apartheid which exposed LSE’s financial complicity in the genocide of Palestinians.

ETHAN FLOYD (they/them)

Ethan is a proud Wiradjuri, Wailwan and Ngiyampaa maldhanny (“person”) living between sovereign Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Country and Gadigal and Wangal land. They have been deeply involved in grassroots movements for climate action, housing justice and tenant’s rights, and Palestinian liberation, including organising with School Strike 4 Climate and Students for Palestine. They serve on the University of Sydney Senate, and the boards of Greenpeace Australia-Pacific, the Tenants’ Union of NSW, and Democracy in Colour. Ethan’s work is grounded in building community power, collective care, and resistance to colonial and extractive systems. Floyd had participated in the Global Sumud Flotilla of more than 100 boats that was intercepted in the Mediterranean Sea attempting to breach the Israeli naval blockade of Gaza. After their boat was captured, Floyd spent two days on an Israeli prison ship before they were allowed to return home.

TISHIKO KING (she/her)

Tishiko King is a proud Kulkalaig woman from the Island of Masig and is a Ocean & Climate Advocate. Tish is the founder of Just Futures Collab, Torres Strait Island-led giving circle activating resources for climate justice. Tish is a marine biologist and a dedicated climate justice advocate committed to addressing the interconnected crises of environmental degradation, gender  and economic inequality. Grounded in the wisdom and frontline leadership of  Torres Strait Island culture, Tish believes that redistributing wealth is essential to decolonising climate solutions in order for systemic change that respects the ocean, culture, and community.

MITCH POPE (he/him)

Mitch is a creator, campaigner and activist with a strong passion for building a world where people and the planet can thrive together. He is an avid surfer, ocean and nature lover, who has been heavily involved in the fight to stop seismic blasting and new gas development off the Victorian coast. Mitch is eager to help grow the Green movement in Australia and see more Greens elected to represent people and the planet.

GEORGIA KATSIKIS (she/her)

Georgia Katsikis is a former Psychologist whose career path shifted following a spinal injury. After surgery and a period of recovery and reflection, she became a disability researcher, contributing to major projects focused on disability and the NDIS. Alongside her involvement in research, she is an active advocate within the disability community, serving on disability advisory and advocacy Committees and Boards.

EDA SEYHAN (she/her)

Eda Seyhan is the communications manager for the Haringey Greens in London, fresh from the May election where the team grew from 2 - 28 councillors and took a record number of votes. She is also a campaigner with extensive experience in advocacy, human rights and law, and a former AGV staff member who led comms engagement during the '25 Fed election.

JOSIE LEE  (she/her)

Josie has 20 years experience in campaigning, advocacy and policy development on justice issues. Her focus has been on climate justice, First Nations justice, community health and more recently on tax and inequality. Josie worked within the parliamentary context for Members of Parliament for 10 years and in the non-for-profit sector in organisations including the Brotherhood of St Laurence and Environment Victoria. At Oxfam Australia Josie is leading policy development and advocacy on tax justice and climate justice issues and is focused on solutions to the growing inequality crisis.

HEATHER BRUER (she/her)

Heather Bruer is a fundraising and philanthropy specialist with more than a decade of experience in fundraising and over 15 years working across the social and environmental sectors. She has worked with organisations including the Australian Youth Climate Coalition, the Australian Greens, Environment Victoria and the Climate Council, and currently develops philanthropic partnerships supporting climate and justice priorities at the University of Melbourne. She is Fundraising and Philanthropy Advisor to Parents for Climate and serves on the Board of fortyfivedownstairs. Heather is passionate about helping people build meaningful relationships with supporters and the confidence to make effective asks that inspire action.

OSKAR SUMMERS-DIXON (he/him)

Oskar Summers-Dixon is a social worker and community organiser with a key interest in housing justice and harm reduction practice. He brings extensive organising experience, having worked as the Lead Organiser for Samantha Ratnam’s federal campaign in Wills, a campaign organiser in Wellington during the 2023 election in Aotearoa, a statewide organiser for the Tasmanian Greens in 2025, and an organiser for the 2022 Victorian state election. Rooted in his social work background, Oskar's approach to campaigning focuses on building strong and sustainable communities that can win real power.

SIAN WILLIAMSON (she/her)

Sian is the elected Convener of AGV and has served on State Council, the party’s governing body, since becoming a State Councillor in 2024. A queer disabled woman, Sian brings lived experience of disability, chronic illness and caregiving, including navigating dynamic disability. A long-time activist and campaigner, she previously served as Co-Convener of the Victorian Campaigns Committee. Professionally, Sian works as a National Campaigns Manager for an environmental NGO and has worked with Amnesty International, Oxfam and the trade union movement. In leadership, she centres lived experience, intersectionality and social change through community power and political transformation across diverse communities nationwide. 

CAT NADEL (she/her)

Cat Nadel is a campaigner and organiser with over a decade of experience building grassroots power for economic and climate justice. Cat managed Samantha Ratnam’s 2025 campaign for the federal seat of Wills, the largest field campaign in Victorian Greens history. Cat now works for Senator Steph Hodgins-May. Before joining the Greens, Cat co-founded Tomorrow Movement, organising young people to fight the influence of big business on our politics. They have also worked as an organiser, supporting communities to block new fossil fuel projects and as a trainer, helping activists hone their organising skills.

TALIA GULPILIL (she/her)

Talia Gulpilil is a proud Yorta-Yorta, Wemba Wemba, Dja Dja Wurrung, Yolngu woman. Residing on Wurundjeri Country, raising two children. She is the First Nations Organiser within the Victorian Greens, committed to creating growth within the Blak Greens and having more First Nations voices in politics. Her voice is grounded in lived experience, bridging cultures and generations and driven by a vision of equity.

ANUSHKA BATU (she/her)

Passionate about anti-racism, climate & social justice and all things internet, Anushka is a Communications and Parliamentary Advisor with the Greens working and volunteering across the Greens eco-system across both sides of the Tasman for the last 6 years. Developing her campaigning knowledge through training from Democracy In Colour, Anushka has worked for Former Greens leader Adam Bandt, Victorian Greens leader Samantha Ratnam and now with Victorian Greens Leader Ellen Sandell.

ALEX SANGSTER (she/her)

Alex is a writer, actor, mother, and minister with the Uniting Church, who has spent the last twenty years working with families in crisis, older folk, youth, refugees, and those experiencing homelessness, while also fostering interfaith dialogue. She is the Greens Councillor for Darebin South-West Ward and works in homelessness and mental health. 

TARA BURNETT (she/her)

Tara Burnett was the Greens candidate for Cooper at the 2025 federal election. She is a teacher, unionist and renter based in the seat in Melbourne's inner north, and a longtime active party member with political principles based in empathy, solidarity and hope. She has previously been a AEU state branch councillor and an Australian Greens national councillor, and is on the board of directors of TGV. At the 2025 election she became the first out trans person in Australian history to make the two-candidate preferred count.

MAT MORGAN (he/him)

As a sixth-generation Gippslander and Bass Coast councillor, Mat has spent his life fighting to protect our forests, ocean and farmland. Eastern Victoria is on the frontline of climate change, and he is determined to deliver a just transition that creates secure jobs while ensuring our communities can adapt and flourish.

OLIVIA BALL (she/her)

Olivia is a Greens councillor on Melbourne City Council and has served since 2020. Olivia has lived, worked and studied across Melbourne, and with a Masters and PhD in human rights, she has worked across women’s, children’s, workers’, refugee and older people’s rights, as well as climate change and food security. Olvia believes Local government has the power to drive changes we need for a safe climate as well as having a shared responsibility for complex social challenges. 

ELLA SVENSSON (she/her)

Ella has represented Brunswick West ward on Merri-bek Council since 2024. Before being elected, Ella worked as a psychologist and family therapist, mainly supporting young people and families. That work showed Ella how strongly wellbeing is shaped by the systems around us, including secure housing, safe and welcoming neighbourhoods, green space, reliable public and active transport, and strong community connection. On council, Ella holds the portfolios for Early Years and Young People, and Human Rights and Multiculturalism, while also chairing the Health, Wellbeing and Social Inclusion Advisory Committee and sits on the LGBTIQA+ reference group. 

ISABELLA DO (she/her)

Isabella is a proud and dedicated member of the Keysborough South community and has represented the Dandedong City Council in Keysborough South Ward since 2024. Isabella is focused on delivering practical improvements—like better maintenance of parks and open spaces, easing traffic and parking issues, and enhancing community facilities—while also driving long-term planning to ensure thoughtful development and smarter use of resources. In early 2023, she became involved in advocating for a proposed local tree protection law and as a member of the Greater Dandenong Environment Group, she saw how one local issue could spark broader conversations about sustainability and the future we’re both building and leaving for our following generations.

EMILY GREEN (she/her)

Emily has represented Kananook Ward on Frankston City Council since 2024. As a young mother, university student and renter and proud Frankston local , Emily knows how badly the cost of living crisis is hitting so many people in our community. Emily champions the need for more diversity on our local council, recognising its pivotal role in fostering strong and effective councils. Emily is currently studying a Bachelor in Government and International Relations, and a certificate in Community Leadership. I am a proud member of the Kananook Creek Association and South Eastern Environment Network. 

BRITTNEY HENDERSON (they/them)

Brittney Henderson is a Bunurong person born and raised in Melbourne’s west, part of a big, staunch queer Aboriginal family. Their work with not-for-profits and Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations has focused on building systems and policies grounded in self-determination and strong governance. Passionate about justice and solidarity, they believe caring for Country and community goes hand in hand with standing alongside oppressed peoples everywhere. They are committed to helping build strong, connected movements capable of creating lasting change.

SAM MCCOLL (he/him)

Sam McColl is the Greens candidate for Eureka, out in regional Western Victoria. He is a community organiser and advocate based in Ballarat. Working in emergency services and with a background in live music, events and digital media, Sam is passionate about building authentic, people-powered campaigns. He’ll be speaking about creating polished, engaging campaign videos using accessible tools like CapCut, and how candidates can build strong digital content without needing a big budget or professional production team.

HANNAH THOMAS (she/her)

Hannah is a lawyer, activist, writer, the former Greens candidate for the seat of Grayndler (the current PMs seat) and a survivor of police brutality that she experienced during a protest for Palestine.

CHARLOTTE GEORGE (she/her)

Charlotte George is an award-winning writer and director who excels in exploring difficult subject matters with wit and warmth. Her love of comedy and story is infused throughout all her projects. She’s also a gun fundraiser, event organiser, jack-of-all trades when it comes to comms and fundraising who has organised a number of fun-draising events.

ASH MUNRO (she/her)

Ash is a proud Gunaikurnai woman connected to Kamilaroi and Dunghutti mobs through her Dad. She is a culturally grounded and community-focused leader with over a decade of experience across health, youth services, and government. Ash has led advocacy for Aboriginal health equity, and embedded cultural safety across systems. She has long been passionate about amplifying Indigenous voices, building inclusive pathways, and driving systemic change in regional communities.

SIANNA HEALY  (she/her)

Sianan was the Greens candidate at the recent Nepean by-election. She is a leader in women’s health and equitable healthcare. Sianan is an engaged member of her local community,having raised her children in public schools, working in local health services, schools, arts and hospitality. Her family instilled in her the value of service to the community and that is basis for her motivation to represent the Greens in Nepean and contribute to a better and more just world.

ILIANA KESKERIDES (she/her)

Iliana’s passion and big picture thinking around environmental and social justice  issues led her to her current role working for a Greens MP in state politics. She  has previously been involved in on the ground refugee and asylum seeker  support work in Greece and has worked for the Sustainable Living Festival.  Iliana is passionate about prioritising positivity, and the power of the collective  consciousness to bring about progressive change. 

HANNAH THOMAS (she/her)

Hannah is a lawyer, activist, writer, the former Greens candidate for the seat of Grayndler (the current PMs seat) and a survivor of police brutality that she experienced during a protest for Palestine.

UNCLE JAMES WILLIAMS (he/him)

Uncle James Williams is a proud Wakka Wakka man. Raised in a family from humble Aboriginal communities, he was taught the value of learning and subsequently, he and his siblings attained tertiary qualifications, with several completing Masters and PhDs. He has worked as a Computer Engineer and ICT Manager for a major not-for-profit organisation, using technology to improve the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across Australia. He now serves as an Emergency Services Officer, supporting communities during crises. A committed humanitarian and advocate for social justice, he is dedicated to improving opportunities in health, education, and employment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and to supporting refugees and disadvantaged members of the community.

NATASHA VARTOUKIAN (she/her)

Natasha hails from the Green Party in England where she spent close to a decade as the political and media strategist for the UK's first greens council in the city of Brighton and Hove. She is currently the Victorian Greens Local Government lead, supporting the excellent cohort of 28 Greens Councillors elected across the state of Victoria to implement policy, highlight their achievements and create progressive, powerful change that benefits diverse communities and the planet.

CLAIRE LHUEDE (she/her)

Claire is currently the Director of Media for Ellen Sandell, Leader of the Victorian Greens and is a communications and political media professional. As well as politics their experience covers broadcasting, advocacy and international publicity, having previously worked as a Publicist at the BBC in London. Earlier experience includes campaign and media advisory positions with GetUp and communications roles with SBS Australia. 

ROSELINA PRESS (she/her)

Roselina is the Deputy Chief of Staff & Director of Communications for Leader of the Victorian Greens Ellen Sandell and the Victorian Greens MPs. She is also Board Secretary at the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons Australia. Previously, she has worked at the Human Rights Law Centre and Oxfam Australia. Roselina is also the Editor-in-Chief of Right Now, an independent media organisation dedicated to Australian human rights (rightnow.org.au). She holds a Master of International Relations (First Class Hons) from the University of Melbourne.

PAT DOLLARD (he/him)

Pat is a volunteer organiser based in Bendigo helping to lead the Greens campaign to win an Upper House seat in Northern Victoria. Since getting involved in the Greens in 2013 Pat has been involved as a volunteer and staffer in a number of campaigns, including as Campaign Manager for the ACT Greens for their 2024 Legislative Assembly campaign. Pat is passionate about growing the Greens movement in regional Victoria and helping to present the party as the only progressive option in an area that’s at the forefront of the climate and cost of living crises.

DOMINECA SETTLE (she/her)

Domenica Settle is Director of Policy and Parliament for the Greens MPs in state Parliament, where she coordinates responses to bills, makes sense of parliamentary procedure, works with MPs on the policy platform and answers obscure policy questions from candidates. She got involved in environmental politics at the age of 16, and since then has run an energy saving project for migrants, produced a national environmental show for community radio, sat on the executive committee of Friends of the Earth International, worked for former Greens MPs Colleen Hartland and Huong Truong, and been to many, many meetings.

ADRIDAN DODD (he/him)

Adrian Dodd is the Greens National Research Manager. He has been working with the Greens since 2021, conducting the research and providing messaging advice for national, state and territory election campaigns. He’s worked with politicians, unions, human rights groups, footballers (supports Chelsea FC) and scientists to help them win campaigns and sound nice while they’re at it.