Who we are
Mamakai Foundation was set up to provide much-needed financial assistance to charities that provide support and care for children who are affected by domestic and family violence. Our ambition is to back innovative and practical solutions and services that give these children a chance to escape the cycle of violence and heal from their trauma.
Where we can make a difference
We look to support organisations across Australia that are registered Australian charities that operate and deliver existing domestic and family violence programs for children and young people. We believe young survivors need help that’s focused on their needs, not just the needs of their parents or families.
Board Members
Katharine Edwards
Chair of the Board and Allocations Advisory Committee
Katharine Edwards is a healthcare communications specialist with over 20 years’ experience across corporate, government and not-for-profit sectors. She has led strategy across a range of disease areas and is skilled in crisis management, stakeholder engagement and public health messaging. Alongside her professional work she has been actively involved in developing early learning centres, reflecting a long-standing commitment to early childhood development. Katharine holds a Bachelor of Arts (Media) and a Masters in Digital Communications and Culture, and is currently completing a PhD at the University of Sydney. Mamakai began as her personal vision. As Founder and Chair, she guides its strategy and funding with a deep commitment to systemic change and child recovery.
Trinh Bui
Director and Company Secretary
Trinh is a member of the Law Society of New South Wales, with over 15 years of expertise in legal, governance and risk management. Trinh holds a Bachelor of Law, a Bachelor of Management and a Graduate Diploma in Applied Corporate Governance and Risk Management. She was admitted as a solicitor and barrister in NSW in June 2001, and as a solicitor in the Supreme Court of England and Wales in 2005. Beyond her corporate accomplishments, Trinh is a productivity coach with a passion to empower women and young people to transform their lives.
Anubha Hurley
Director and Public Officer
Anubha is a Chartered Accountant with more than 20 years’ experience. Anubha’s career began in Chartered before moving into Corporate where she has developed and led finance teams across various industries including Healthcare, FMCG, Manufacturing and Education. Recently, Anubha has been instrumental in corporate transactions and building best practice finance departments that focus on financial partnering across organisations. Anubha holds a Bachelor of Commerce and a Master of Business Administration.
Heidi Mitchell
Director
Heidi is a Chartered Accountant with over 25 years of experience across diverse industries, including retail, fashion, pharmaceuticals and construction. She has held senior leadership positions at major organisations such as ALDI and Chanel. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce, an MBA, and is a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Passionate about building connections and fostering collaboration, Heidi thrives on leading teams to achieve meaningful results. With extensive commercial expertise spanning multiple sectors, she excels at identifying opportunities and driving performance improvements. Her commitment to strong governance and the highest ethical standards underpins her approach to business success.
Allocations Advisory Committee
Marcia Lai
Marcia is a marketing and business development professional with experience across technology, telecommunications and financial services. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Wollongong. Marcia is passionate about supporting women and families to seize opportunities and realise their potential. She brings experience and capability in volunteering, fundraising and support in both grass- root and community settings.
Sally Urban
Sally has been involved in the early education sector in the UK and Australia for more than
20 years. She has seen the profound impact that safe and nurturing environments can have on the development and wellbeing of young children. Sally’s most recent experience at ASX-listed childcare service provider Nido includes working with architects, developers and regulatory authorities to deliver high-quality, accessible and sustainable childcare services. Sally helps create spaces that nurture the growth and wellbeing of children, families and their community.
Naomi Browne
Naomi is Chief of Staff for ASX-listed childcare service provider Nido and is responsible for working with each department and external partners to ensure the actions, tasks and deliverables all come together to deliver on the mission and execute against the company’s strategy. Naomi holds a Bachelor of Commerce with a major in Marketing from Macquarie University. Previously, she was Executive Manager at EBOS Group Limited in the Animal Care and Consumer Brands Division, which operated across Australia, New Zealand
and China.
