Jane French

Jane is the Executive Director Child, Youth and Family at Life Without Barriers.

As a registered psychologist, Jane has extensive experience in the health and human services sector. She has held senior positions within Medibank, MacKillop Family Services, Save the Children, 1800 RESPECT and worked with children and families for many years. Working closely with the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses for Child Sexual Abuse, Jane played a pivotal role in designing the support services for survivors and staff of the Commission.

Jane brings considerable government and policy experience to Life Without Barriers but also has a solid, hands-on understanding of child protection, having worked as a practitioner, manager and trainer for many years.

As Executive Director Child, Youth and Family, Jane leads more over 1300 professionals who are committed to providing the best outcomes for vulnerable children and young people.

Jane is passionate about supporting staff to put the safety and wellbeing of children and young people first in all they do.