engagement and relationships skills to achieve balanced outcomes for people, communities, and the planet.
Walter’s experience spans leading governance and delivery streams for corporate Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance (ESG) including being responsible for the impactful stewardship of substantial charitable and corporate funds. In addition, Walter has led policy, advocacy and communications for an agricultural NFP, delivering national submissions on sustainable agriculture, climate change, electricity transmission equity and health.
Drawn to FCA for its unifying ambition around shared purpose, Walter is determined to leverage his passion for the environment and genuine love for farmers and farming communities to amplify farmers’ voices and achieve strong climate policies that benefit and
protect regional communities in Australia. A Juris Doctor candidate at Monash University in his second year of study, Walter also holds a Bachelor of Communication (Public Relations, Politics).
She has a love for systems management and evaluation processes.
She has facilitated workshops, training, and field days for thousands of young people, with a focus on developing key professional and citizenry skills in young regional students. In addition, she has led teams in research, strategy, and grants development. Rosie has a keen sense for professional development and mentoring that has continued from her time in youth development sector.
Rosie is also a recent graduate of an arts and social impact degree and has also worked in regional outreach and consultancy. Outside of Farmers for Climate Action, Rosie is a writer and a researcher.
Atienne has a Masters of International Relations where he studied the intersection between Climate Change, Agriculture, and Politics. He is constantly trying to further his understanding of farming practices and often spends time in Queensland on the family farm. He is currently based in Melbourne.
Most recently Tryphena was the community development manager for a local community centre in Canberra, fulfilling her passion for developing and fostering community.
Based in Canberra, Tryphena loves the family lifestyle and opportunities offered by living in the bush capital.
An experienced cross-sectoral executive and board director, Natalie’s most recent role was CEO for Food and Fibre Great South Coast and Quartz Group, where she is an executive coach.
Her career highlights include being awarded Telstra Business Woman of the Year – Victoria (Community and Government, 2013) and Woman in Renewables of the Year (2018) for business transformation in dairy and energy respectively.
Natalie has spoken at the United Nations, managed over $1.2bn of corporate contracts, negotiated seven bilateral agreements, including Australia’s first treaty with an organisation, NATO, and was previously Chair of Women in Renewables.
Natalie’s other career highlights include managing Rural Affairs for the National Farmers’ Federation, and leading Telstra’s Corporate Affairs for Victoria and Tasmania.
and program development across a wide range of environmental, planning and social issues, Megan has used her communication skills to build understanding of complex ideas and foster collective support for change. Megan brings deep understanding of natural
environments, and economies that impact on them, together with deep analytical and research skills to find solutions to difficult problems. She is highly regarded for her track record of working collaboratively to advance environment, climate, energy, waste and water
policy.
Megan has a double degree in commerce (economics) and science (environmental), and postgraduate qualifications in development studies (international development/aid) and has over 30 years’ experience participating in the environment/NFP sector, and 15 years’ experience with government, statutory agencies and regulators, the last five years representing agriculture.
in Climate Law with First Class Honours) and International Relations.
Coming from a farming background, Paul understands the knowledge and wisdom that already exists in farming communities in matters of land and environment and firmly believes that embracing this wisdom, in partnership with innovation, policy change, and
scientific evidence, empowers farmers and regional communities to embrace sustainable action and lead the way for decarbonisation and climate friendly practice in Australia.
When he’s not on the farm or developing agriculture-friendly policy, Paul can be found enjoying a run or catching up with friends.
With a decade-long career in the fashion industry, the challenge of climate change drove Elinor to pursue a significant professional shift in a bid to align her pursuits with a deep commitment to caring for the environment. Degree-qualified in Environment and
Society, Elinor actively engages in community initiatives and has worked as a freelance sustainability consultant. Her practical expertise, combined with academic knowledge, positions her as a valuable asset to address the intersection of climate change and
agriculture.
Beyond her professional commitments, Elinor holds a genuine desire to contribute to the wellbeing of our farmers and the broader community and is keen to leverage her proactive approach and stakeholder engagement skills to ensure FCA is working closely with farmers as we strive towards our ‘Farming Forever’ mission.
In her leisure time, Elinor finds joy in reading, walking her two dogs, and being in nature.