DjirraVIC
Nick Toonen OAM is an accomplished leader in governance, risk management, and compliance, currently serving as the Manager Governance Risk & Compliance at DjirraVIC. With extensive experience in the nonprofit sector and a commitment to supporting First Nations communities, Nick has held various leadership roles, including General Manager at both DjirraVIC and KOORANA - Child & Family Services, and Director Operations at Children's Ground. Nick has successfully managed corporate services, community development programs, and fundraising strategies across multiple organizations, making significant contributions to social, cultural, and economic wellbeing. Educational credentials include an Executive Program in Social Entrepreneurship from Stanford University, an Advanced Diploma in Community Services Management, and a Bachelor of Science in Information Science from the University of Tasmania.
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DjirraVIC
Established in 2002, Djirra is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation. Djirra specialises in family violence, providing culturally safe and holistic assistance to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, predominantly women, who are experiencing or have experienced family violence and/or sexual assault. Djirra is the Woiwurrung word for the reed used by Wurundjeri women for basket weaving. Traditionally, when women gathered to weave, important talks took place and problems were solved. Djirra symbolises Aboriginal women today, coming together to share stories, support each other and find solutions. Djirra provides a range of services and programs, including legal assistance for intervention orders, child protection, family law and victims of crime matters. Our Community Engagement team delivers wrap-around support, as well as outreach to women in prison, and early intervention and prevention programs. The policy and advocacy team work to identify systemic issues in need of reform and advocate for change to improve Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women’s access to safety, justice and equality. As an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation, Djirra is directed by an Aboriginal Board and has policies in place to ensure we provide culturally safe services in direct response to community needs.