Sal Cleveray
Chairperson
Driven. Tenacious. Compassionate.Sal is a questioner of systems, constantly fighting for those caught in structures that enforce the status quo. Using their background in psychology, Sal has worked in crisis accommodation, with the most marginalised and at-risk young people, as well as alongside child protection to reduce reporting rates and child removal. Sal's drive to ensure that the individual is at the centre of the conversation led to her completing a Master of Human Rights (with Distinction) in 2020, writing their dissertation on the experiences of trans and gender-diverse young people in historically oppressive systems. Retired from ultimate frisbee, Sal's life outside of work revolves around her two kids and wrangling their three cats.
Celeste Stephens
Vice Chairperson
Courageous. Compassionate. Calm.Celeste is a firm believer in collective action and bringing people together to create radical change. Celeste isn't afraid to look outside the box to find solutions to wildly complex issues and encourages others to get involved and lead change efforts, amplifying the voices of those that need it most. Her work focuses on community development, advocacy and systems change while supporting the community services sector to improve outcomes for our most vulnerable. With a background in social policy, community development, youth work, fashion design, and health and wellbeing, Celeste brings a variety of skills learnt and honed from diverse sectors to this role. Currently employed at the Western Australian Council of Social Service as the PIlbara Manager, Celeste brings a regional lens to the work she undertakes and to the Board. Away from work, Celeste can be found spending quality time with her baby, experimenting crazy poses on her yoga mat, reading a good book, or learning Italian.
Clare Grealy
Treasurer
Open-minded. Learner. Positive.Clare is always looking for ways to do things better, smarter, quicker, easier. She has worked in finance in the UK, Cameroon and Australia and is a Chartered Accountant by trade, but she’s not all about the numbers. While YACWA’s work is outside of her usual area of expertise, Clare sees the organisation as well aligned to her personal values and she’s excited to be able to use her skills in such an important sector. Outside of work, Clare loves travelling, eating great food, and the arts – basically all the good things life has to offer.
Naomi Blitz
Ordinary Board Member
Visionary. Diligent. Ambitious.Naomi is an young active Jewish contributor in her community as well as in the multicultural space. Naomi has involved herself in her local YAC youth advisory committee (Stirling Youth Advocates) for the past 3 years. Naomi is also the Treasurer at her local town team (We Are Yokine). Naomi also has extensive experience as a project officer organising events across Perth. When she is not proactively supporting local causes she can be found hiking on top of a mountain or laughing at a comedy show. Naomi is committed to ensuring youth are valued in the community.
Craig Webster
Ordinary Board Member
With more than 20 years' experience working in the multicultural youth space in the education sector, Craig is a champion of refugee and migrant young people’s rights and chaired the Multicultural Youth Advocacy Network of WA (MYAN WA) for most of the last 10 years. As an active supporter and advocate for opportunities relating to the rights and needs of refugee and migrant young people, Craig has worked hard to forge strong links and connection with community and finds a lot of enjoyment working with like minded individuals in the community services sector to improve outcomes for all young people. When not working, Craig is physically active and enjoy early morning swims, walks with his family or with more than 45 years training you will find him at his happy place at his Martial arts studio
Shelley Micale
Ordinary Board Member
Curious. Creative. Collaborator.Shelley is passionate about all things to do with people, diversity, and inclusion. Living in diverse places has deeply influenced her connection to place, community, and social justice. Following an early corporate based career, Shelley found a deep affinity and purpose working in the not-for-profit sector for the last 14 years. She believes that people are at the heart of everything and is passionate about collaborating with individuals who are dedicated to supporting and uplifting others. As the Chief People and Brand Officer at Richmond WA, Shelley is passionate about advancing mental health support services and reducing mental health stigma, particularly for young people. Shelley values listening with curious enquiry and sees the importance of being brave, speaking up, and taking action to address challenges. Shelley has a Masters in Organisational Development and is enthusiastic about innovation and finding new and better ways of doing things, always informed by the needs and experiences of service users. Her connection to place and previous work experiences have instilled a deep commitment to strategy and vision. She loves exploring new places, cultures, and food, along with spending time with her family, although it's well-known that the pint-sized dog is the real boss of the household.
Jasmin Ely
Ordinary Board Member
Passionate. Authentic. Curious.Jasmin is an advocate with extensive experience in the youth disability and mental health sector. She is dedicated to social justice and advocacy work, and cares deeply about inclusion, human rights and the wellbeing of community. Since completing her Bachelor of Criminology, Jasmin continues to make an impact within the community services sector with her project management and capacity-building expertise. Reflecting her passion to create safe spaces for young people, Jasmin currently works at the Western Australian Council of Social Service on their Child Safe Project. Outside of her career, she loves spending quality time with loved ones, baking new recipes, and learning Auslan.
