Jane is a proud Aboriginal woman with ties to Wiradjuri Country from her family in Wellington, New South Wales. In a distinguished career, Jane has served in leadership roles with the Department of Education, including as substantive Deputy Principal and relieving Principal roles at Matraville Sports High School. She has worked in Aboriginal Education developing a number of successful outreach programs connecting Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students with entities such as Sydney Opera House, the GO Foundation, the NSW Art Gallery, the Powerhouse Museum, and the NSW Parliament.

Her experience spans secondary education, outreach, and training. Her work to date is built on meaningful relationships for mutual success and a grounded understanding of the student experience. Jane strives to provide a deep commitment to support and services and every student in the Gadigal Centre has a positive and empowering experience by focusing on the three key areas of belonging, participation, and learning.

Contact Jane: jane.stanley@sydney.edu.au

Tianna Fatnowna is the Senior Manager, Culture and Community in the Indigenous Strategy and Services portfolio at the University of Sydney. A proud Torres Strait Islander woman, she provides University-wide leadership on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander engagement, partnerships and cultural capability.

Tianna leads strategic initiatives that strengthen institutional accountability and embed culturally informed practice across governance, policy, operations and external relations. Drawing on extensive experience across education and community sectors, she works with leadership, community and industry to advance trusted, reciprocal relationships and long-term impact.

Contact Tianna: tianna.fatnowna@sydney.edu.au

Caroline Dallinger-Simpson (Caz) is a proud Gamilaroi/ Yuwaalaraay woman with cultural connections to Walgett and Angledool in Northwest NSW. Caz’s passions lie in Aboriginal education, Sport and Creative Arts which allows her to individualise the support our young people need to start the conversation. Caz’s experience and dedication to change has led to working with several NSW Sporting Associations, and utilising her own business to provide organisations, schools, and companies across the Country with artworks, youth program delivery and creative program development to provide connection to self and community through a different lens.

Tim is a Muruwari+Yuwaalaraay descendant from northwest NSW and grew up in the St George area of Sydney. As a NAISDA Dance College graduate, he went on to performing with Bangarra Dance Theatre from 2003 to 2006, including international tours and collaborations like Gathering with The Australian Ballet and Bush touring internationally.

Since 2007, he has worked in community arts and cultural development, with notable performances as Diamond Jubilee Pageant, UK (2012), Invictus Games (2018) and NYE events at Sydney Opera House. Tim has worked in the fields of creating arts and cultural programs for Aboriginal young people, producing events and dance touring.

Contact Tim: timothy.bishop@sydney.edu.au

Experienced Therapist with skills in Relationship Counselling, Individual Counselling, Psychotherapy, Family Therapy, and Working with Adolescents. Also has experience in developing & delivering Therapeutic Groups and training to communities, Government agencies and NGO’s.

Contact Andrew: andrew.anderson@sydney.edu.au

Michaela Gordon-Briggs is a proud Anaiwan person from Armidale New South Wales, with strong connections to culture and language. She is passionate about creating safe and supportive spaces where mob feel seen, heard, and supported through their University journey.

Believing in the strength of identity and connection, Michaela is always up for a yarn and here to support students in any way she can, whether it's guidance, a chat or just to be in a supportive environment.

Contact Michaela: michaela.gordon-briggs@sydney.edu.au

Caroline (Caz) Dallinger-Simpson is a proud Gamilaroi/Yuwaalaraay woman from Northwest NSW, and is honoured to be the Advancement Manager at the Gadigal Centre. Their passion is making a space for mob to succeed, whilst building a space for all people to learn and connect through a good yarn. Being new to Sydney and the University sector, Caz strives to make the centre a home away from home for all people.

Contact Caz: carolyn.dallinger-simpson@sydney.edu.au

Derrelle’s Gandparents were strong community leaders amongst other Deadly strong leaders, and helped pave the way for the Aboriginal Housing development known as The Block. With over 10 years of experience working in community organisation roles, Derrelle started at the University of Sydney in 2021 as Senior Administration Officer with SLIC (Service Learning in Indigenous Communities Team), shifting in 2024 to the Culture and Community Team in their current role. Derrelle brings strong community connections to the University of Sydney for positive outcomes.

Contact Derelle: derrelle.campbell@sydney.edu.au

Skye Gordon-Briggs is a proud Anaiwan & Gumbaynggirr woman from Armidale, NSW, with deep ties to both fresh and saltwater Country. As an Advancement Officer at the Gadigal Centre, she is committed to empowering First Nations mob and creating environments that strengthen identity, wellbeing, and connection for students.

Contact Skye: skye.gordon-briggs@sydney.edu.au

Isaiah Ah-See is a proud Wiradjuri man from Wellington. They aim to provide an opportunity for mob to succeed in both academics and their careers. They also love sport and cannot get enough of it. Come in and have a yarn, PHINS UP.

Contact Isaiah: isaiah.ahsee@sydney.edu.au

Dante is a proud Wiradjuri man who grew up in Sydney on Bidjigal Country. His family connections come from the Gilgandra and Dubbo areas of western New South Wales.  

Dante is also a student at the University, studying a Bachelor of Arts and Laws, and came through the Gadigal pathway program, which drove his enthusiasm for gaining new learning experiences.

He is enthusiastic about being involved, having a range of student roles at the University such as Student Ambassador and mentor. Dante wants to continue to work with First Nations communities and looks forward to his future as he continues his studies. Contact Dante: dante.brex@sydney.edu.au