Our Board of Directors

Our appointed Directors guide our strategic vision and our commitment to reducing inactivity and inequity in Western Sydney. Bringing expertise and a shared dedication to shaping our WSYD Moving’s future.

  • Lori Modde

    Chairperson, WSYD Moving

    CEO Outdoors NSW/ACT

    "Growing up in Western Sydney, I’ve always felt connected to the region. In various roles, I’ve seen the challenges and inequalities people face., challenges that can be addressed with the right support. With my experience and skills, I’m now in a position to create positive change, and there’s no place I’m more committed to than the community where my journey began. I’m privileged to be part of WSYD Moving and eager to contribute to reversing the concerning trends in the area."

  • Lauren Nicholls

    Deputy Chairperson, WSYD Moving

    Head of Policy & Analysis, Western Sydney Leadership Dialogue

    "I believe that meaningful change comes from working collaboratively to drive impactful, equitable outcomes. As someone who is also deeply rooted in Western Sydney, passionate about addressing the region’s specific challenges, and a strong proponent of the benefits of sport & physical activity, I am thrilled to join as a Board Director of WSYD Moving."

  • Professor Bill Bellew

    Director, WSYD Moving

    Honorary Associate Professor, University of Sydney

    "I see WSYD Moving as an important example of how collaborative endeavour for better outcomes might best be refined for the foreseeable future in Australia. The phrase "think globally, act locally" has been used in many contexts, including planning, environment, education, and business. As a lifelong proponent of multisectoral  and systems approaches to physical activity, sport, and health, I am proud to serve as a Board Director of WSYD Moving."

  • Dr Rifaie Tammas

    Director, WSYD Moving

    Impact and Evaluations Coordinator, Centre for Western Sydney University at Western Sydney University

    "As a researcher and resident of Western Sydney, I joined the board of WSYD Moving to leverage my local insights and academic expertise in addressing one of the region’s most unique challenges: inactivity and inequality. Being part of WSYD Moving allows me to contribute my expertise in evaluation and community engagement to encourage movement and promote preventative health."

  • Scott Walters

    Director, WSYD Moving

    Senior Program Manager - Strategic Partnerships Went West - Western Sydney Primary Health Network

    “Growing up in Western Sydney, I’ve always had an appreciation for the value that the region provides through its diversity, open spaces and welcoming communities, as well as the opportunity that exists within it. My career as across the health sector, and the joy I attain personally from movement and activity, both physically and mentally, has drawn me towards the WSYD Moving ethos. I am thrilled to be able to contribute towards the vision and direction of WSYD moving and deliver equitable, place based opportunities to encourage activity and improve the health and wellbeing of our communities.”

  • David Burns

    Convener, WSYD Moving

    CEO, Collective Leisure

    "I am honored and excited to lead this charity, driven by the belief that we can’t expect different outcomes by continuing the same approaches. I’m convinced that the opportunity for systemic change lies in connecting and supporting the broader system to reduce inactivity and inequities, ultimately contributing to a fairer, more equitable society."