The Evolve Communities team is made up of Indigenous educators and non-Indigenous Allies.
MEET OUR LEADERS
Aunty Munya Andrews
Director, Aboriginal Elder & Cultural Educator
Aunty Munya is an Aboriginal Elder originally from the Kimberley region of WA. A renowned speaker and author, with degrees in anthropology and law, she is sought after for her wisdom, wit and cultural knowledge.
MEET OUR YARNING CIRCLE FACILITATORS
(Our workshops are delivered by an Accredited Facilitator pair, one Indigenous and one non-Indigenous, modelling Allyship)
Baydon Widdicombe
Indigenous Facilitator
Baydon is a proud Darug man. He has worked in the local Aboriginal Community for ten years in a number of Human Resources, Project and Training roles. Baydon is available to co-facilitate in-person workshops for our client partners in VIC.
Broni Crear
Indigenous Facilitator
Broni is a proud Wiradjuri woman. She has a background in First Nations recruitment, employee services and leadership. Broni is available to co-facilitate in-person workshops for our client partners in ACT.
Candice Smith
Non-Indigenous Facilitator
Candice is a proudly Indigenous South African. She immigrated to Australia in 2012 to set up her business as a leadership consultant, Thinking Environment specialist, facilitator and coach. Candice is available to co-facilitate in-person workshops for our client partners in VIC.
Greg Sax
Indigenous Facilitator
Greg is a proud Taungurung man. He is Director of Shine People Solutions, an Indigenous recruitment agency. Greg is available to co-facilitate in-person workshops for our client partners in QLD.
Dani Fitzgerald
Indigenous Facilitator
Dani is a proud Kooma woman. Dani has a background in First Nations recruitment and employee services. She is available to co-facilitate in-person workshops for our client partners in QLD.
Mel Armstrong
Indigenous Facilitator
Mel is a proud Gomeroi woman. She is a business owner, mental health and wellbeing practitioner, First Nations consultant and author. Mel is available to co-facilitate in-person workshops for our client partners in NSW.
Nigel Andrews
Indigenous Facilitator
Nigel is a proud Nyikina / Kija man. He has a background in HR and First Nations employee engagement. He is available to co-facilitate in-person workshops for our client partners in WA.
Scott Howlett
Non-Indigenous Facilitator
Scott is a retired social worker. After completing Evolve’s Ally Accreditation Program, he was immediately drawn to become a facilitator. He is available to co-facilitate in-person workshops for our client partners in NSW.
Shanice Hamilton
Indigenous Facilitator
Shanice is a proud Wiradjuri/Bundjalung Woman. She has a background in Aboriginal community engagement and case management. Shan is available to co-facilitate in-person workshops for our client partners in NSW.
MEET OUR DEADLY SUPPORT TEAM
(Deadly means awesome in Aboriginal English)
Paige Newton
Sales Executive & Ally
As a proud Nyikina woman, Paige is passionate about helping to build a more inclusive Australia. She is dedicated to helping our clients and partners get the most value from Evolve’s products
Jacqui Malins
Ally Program Coordinator and Non-Indigenous Facilitator
Jacqui has a background in social policy and government administration, plus extensive experience as a presenter and facilitator. She is available to co-facilitate in-person workshops for our client partners in NSW & ACT.
Alana Dowell
Client Success Manager and Ally
Alana has a professional background spanning customer service, business operations, and sales She brings a wealth of experience in building strong relationships and ensuring clients feel supported, informed, and valued.
Talise
Communications Coordinator
Working across marketing, communications, and client engagement, Talise plays a key role in shaping how Evolve connects with organisations and communities across Australia.