Roberta Ryan

Professor Roberta Ryan is a distinguished academic and practitioner in public policy and governance, currently serving as a Professor at the University of Newcastle and as an Independent Community Commissioner for the Western Sydney Aerotropolis and Orchard Hills. With extensive experience in urban strategy and governance, they have worked with various public and private sectors across Australia and internationally. Roberta is recognized for their leadership in community engagement and social planning, advising multiple levels of government and major enterprises on policy development and strategy implementation. Their educational background includes advanced degrees from the University of Sydney and the University of Technology Sydney, complemented by a pivotal role in fostering research and capacity-building in local governance.