Nominations Open for
YWCA Canberra
Board of Directors
Key Dates:
Nominations close:
5 PM, Monday 22 September 2025
Announcement of successful candidates:
Monday 3 November 2025 at our Annual General Meeting (AGM)
If we receive more nominations than available vacancies, a vote will take place. Further information will be provided to full financial members after nominations close.
YWCA Canberra is pleased to announce that nominations are now open for Director positions on the YWCA Canberra Board.
We are seeking skilled and motivated women who are eager to contribute to a leading global women’s organisation and share their expertise in governance and leadership.
Board Vacancies
- Up to five Board Director positions are available.
- In line with our Constitution, at least one Director must be a young woman (30 years or under) at the time of nomination.
The following Board Directors are re-nominating:
- Renee Mastrolembo*, nominating for a second term
- Natalie Hyde, nominating for a second term
- Joy Burch, casual appointment nominating for first term
- Deborah Bowden, casual appointment nominating for first term
You can read more about their backgrounds here.
In addition, the President and Vice President positions will also be open for election.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible to nominate for a Board Director position, you must:
- Be a current financial or life member of YWCA Canberra as of 13 September 2025.
- Unfortunately, Associate Members are not eligible.
Not sure of your membership status? Please contact us.
Office-Bearer Positions
To be eligible for President or Vice President, you must either:
- Be a current Director, or
- Submit both a Director Nomination and an Office Bearer Nomination Form.
If you are not a current Director, your Office Bearer nomination will only be valid if you are successfully elected to the Board.
Commitment to Diversity
In line with our commitment to reconciliation, we strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women to apply. We also welcome applications from women of diverse cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and women with disabilities.
Board Skills and Expertise
Our Board brings together experience across:
- Governance
- Accounting and finance
- Law
- Audit and risk management
- Property development
Learn more about our current Board of Directors by visiting our website.
How to Apply
Before submitting your application, please read:
Then complete the Director Nomination Form and return it to governance@ywca-canberra.org.au.
For any inquiries, please contact us at governance@ywca-canberra.org.au.