To Be Confirmed

President

Further information to come.

Danielle Ferndale (Qld Chair)

Interim Vice President

Lauren Briigmann (Qld)

Secretary and Interim Treasurer

Lauren is a Certified provisional interpreter in Brisbane, Queensland. Starting her Auslan journey in 2016, Lauren joined ASLITA Queensland to co-found P-Platers in 2021 and then joined the ASLITA executive team in 2024. Lauren is passionate about interpreter wellbeing and improving the profession of sign language interpreting in Australia. As a strong believer in higher education, Lauren enjoys interpreting in a range of settings including university, workshops and seminars. In her personal life, Lauren is avid admirer of art and nature. She can be found at the gallery, in the theatre, on a walk, in the library or her favourite place – home with a good book.

Neil Phipps (Vic/Tas Chair)

Board Director

Kate Grant (Vic)

Board Director

Kate is an Auslan <> English Certified Provisional Interpreter who has been qualified since 2016. She enjoys working with the Deafblind community, sports clubs and interpreting in her local community of Geelong. Kate’s love of people and connection drew her into the field and she hasn’t looked back. More recently Kate has begun working as an interpreter trainer and is enjoying the new challenges and supporting future interpreters.

Kate has been involved with ASLITA Vic/Tas committee and the ASLITA National Conference 2024 organising committee. She is currently studying at Macquarie University working towards a Postgraduate Diploma of Auslan-English Interpreting. When Kate isn’t working you can find her gardening, cooking or eating.

Rachel Sperinck (NSW Chair)

Board Director

Will Whiting (NSW)

Board Director

WA Chairperson

Board Director

This position is currently vacant.

The State Chairperson plays a key role in:

• Representing ASLITA members in WA

• Supporting communication between the national committee and local members

• Helping to coordinate events, professional development, and community engagement opportunities

• Providing leadership and guidance to the state committee

We look forward to welcoming a new Chairperson to represent and support ASLITA members in Western Australia.

Currently open to applications.

SA Chairperson

Board Director

This position is currently vacant.

The State Chairperson plays a key role in:

• Representing ASLITA members in South Australia

• Supporting communication between the national committee and local members

• Coordinating local events, professional development, and community initiatives

• Providing leadership and guidance to the state committee

We look forward to welcoming a new Chairperson to represent and support ASLITA members in South Australia.

Currently open to applications.

General Board Director

Board Director

Two positions are currently vacant.

Board Directors play an important role in:

• Supporting the strategic direction and governance of ASLITA

• Contributing to decision-making and policy development

• Representing members’ interests at the national level

• Assisting with initiatives, projects, and committee work

We look forward to welcoming two new Board Director to contribute their expertise and help advance ASLITA’s mission.

Currently open to applications.