Lenda Oshalem

Lenda Oshalem serves as the Executive Director of Advocacy and Engagement at Minderoo Foundation since August 2023, contributing to initiatives aimed at addressing inequalities and driving meaningful change. In addition to this role, Lenda holds positions as Deputy Chair and Board Member at the Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House, and Chair at Minderoo Pictures, which focuses on producing content that highlights social and environmental issues. Lenda is also a Board Member of Auspire - Australia Day Council WA and has previously held roles including Non-Executive Director at Cerclos and National Campaigns Director at SEC Newgate Australia. Lenda's experience extends to various committees and political roles, including serving as Assistant State Secretary and Assistant Campaign Director for the Australian Labor Party (WA Branch), and as an advisor to Matt Thistlethwaite MP. Lenda has furthered professional expertise by completing the Company Directors Course at the Australian Institute of Company Directors in 2022.