Our Team

Satellite is passionate about giving children and young people a leading voice within the organisation; they are the change makers of the future! Young people who have completed a Satellite program are invited to join the Satellite Squad, a youth group that gives young people aged 14 and above a voice in Satellite and beyond. Our Youth Advisory Council is a 15-member strong group that helps guide the future of Satellite.

Youth Advisory Council

Satellite’s Youth Advisory Council (YAC) is made up of 15 young people aged 18 – 25 who have a lived and living experience of mental health challenges in a family member. They are all graduates of a Satellite program. This motivates and empowers them to advocate for and connect with young people: those in our communities and beyond.

Our current YAC is made up of Afraa (she/her), Aishah (she/her), Ali (she/her), Ash (she/her), Caleb (he/him/they/them), Chloe (she/her), Connie (she /her), Jasmine (she/her), Nyajima (she/her), Rachael (she/her), Ren (she/her/they/them), Charlie (they/them), Mei (she/her).

Chief Executive Officer

Nadine Bartholomeusz-Raymond (she/her) brings more than 20 years’ experience working alongside communities to strengthen mental health, wellbeing and connection for children, young people and families. She joins Satellite Foundation with a deep respect for lived experience and a strong belief in the power of relationships, inclusion and community to create meaningful change.

Nadine has worked across mental health, education, justice, family violence and community services, leading programs that support children and young people early, strengthen family and carer voices, and reduce barriers to access. She is passionate about building strong, inclusive organisations that support connection, wellbeing and lasting impact for children, young people and families.

1 in 5 young people live in families with mental health challenges in Australia.

Join Satellite as we strive to change the conversation about mental health. We love to talk to potential participants, volunteers, or partners. Reach out today!

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Our Staff

Ben Teng - Director, Operations

Ben Teng (he/him) joins Satellite Foundation with a wealth of knowledge and experience - both locally and internationally - in working with families and children that are facing challenges. He has helped organisations to develop and grow and is excited to be a part of Satellite’s work and to help Satellite make an even bigger impact in the community. Ben loves spending time with his family and trying to keep up with his three children as they learn, play, and grow.

Catherine Devine - Brand Manager

With 20+ years in marketing and communications—and a deep love for purpose-driven work—Cat (she/her) brings strategy, creativity, and just the right amount of chaos-taming energy to all things brand.

When she’s not amplifying Satellite’s story, she’s wrangling her three energetic boys—so multitasking is basically her superpower. Cat’s all about storytelling with heart, clear comms, and building bold, meaningful brands (with a little sparkle!).

Cathy Carnovale - Engagement and Consultation Manager

Cathy Carnovale (she/her) has worked with children, youth and families for over 25 years, predominately in the out of home care space. Cathy is an experienced advocate and a leader in championing the voice of lived experience in systemic advocacy. Cathy is excited to be working in an organisation that genuinely values lived experience and whose values resonate with her own. When Cathy is not working, she loves being outdoors, trying to DIY and hanging out with her pooch Willow.

Emma Griffiths - Fundraising Manager

Emma (she/her) is a fundraising and communications professional with a passion for delivering projects that make a real and tangible difference to people and communities. With ten years’ experience in the not-for-profit and humanitarian sector, Emma is keen to bring this to bear in the community sector seeing the work of Satellite Foundation grow and diversify with a strong funding structure in place.
Emma brings creativity, curiosity and a coaching mindset, along with a passion to see people flourish in what they do.

Hannah Zinnack - Lead Facilitator

Hannah Zinnack (she/her) first joined the Satellite space as a participant of the first Satellite Connect program in 2020, then went on to join the peer leader space, supporting Satellite spaces with her lived experience of being a young carer for her mum. Hannah has been facilitating youth programs for three years. She has a love for photography and a mixture of creative mediums, anything that involves expressing self through art! As a young person, she wants hers and other young peoples’ voices to be respected. Outside of work, Hannah is an avid bird watcher, and enjoys learning about new birds!

Kate Drane - Program and Administration Support Officer

Kate (they/them) joined Satellite in 2024, coming from a background in the outdoor education and camps space. They have over 6 years experience in the planning and delivery of programs as well as experience in facilitating and leading youth camps. They are passionate about being involved in the mental wellbeing and inclusion conversation and is delighted to be able to contribute to creating safe spaces for young people.
Outside of work Kate is a bit of a boardgame fiend, is trying fiercely to get their many craft projects past the half-way point, and religiously listens to the same CD on repeat for months before pretending it no longer exists.

Kelsey Hanna - Facilitation Manager

Kelsey Hanna (she/her) is a developmental trauma specialist and clinical practice development leader, with over a decade of expertise working alongside children and young people in a variety of environments including tertiary mental health practice, legal child advocacy, and out-of-home care.
Before migrating to Australia, she completed her post-graduate studies in clinical social work with dual training in community and public affairs from her home state of Texas where her research focused on the impacts of disparate public health legislation on women and children and introducing free creative-based mindfulness curriculum in low-barrier environments, such as schools.

Kelsey’s professional magic is in developing strong teams, fostering practice growth, and influencing and resourcing the systems that support young people. Her approach to practice centres radical joy, collective care, and somatic expression while promoting the transformative power of fun!

When she’s not fighting the good fight, she enjoys singing in a community choir, open water swimming, Facetiming her family abroad at odd hours, and sometimes successfully tricks her brain into writing.

Kelly Way - Director, Programs & Engagement

Kelly Way (she/her) joined the Satellite Foundation team in 2020, excited by the possibilities! With over 15 years’ experience working across both corporate and non-profit sectors, Kelly is an effective manager who can be relied upon as a business support person, particularly during periods of growth and change. Kelly transitioned into the mental health space following postgraduate counselling studies and is passionate about maintaining empathic connections with young people experiencing hardship, loss and mental health challenges within their families. Kelly also loves dance and improvisation, exploring all that creative movement practices have to offer.

Larry De'Corso - Youth Liaison Officer

Larry (they/them) is a social worker passionate about youth mental health, with a background working as a barista and in finance in a previous life. While living in London and in search for more meaningful work, Larry was drawn to a not-for-profit summer camp in the US for teens experiencing disadvantage where they worked over two summers.
It was in witnessing and experiencing the spirit of the camp community and the meaningful impact it had on young people that they knew they had found their place.
They returned to Australia to study social work, and never looked back.

Larry deeply believes in the power of community, connection, and fostering safe and nurturing environments as fundamental to the support of young people impacted by mental health challenges.

In their own time, Larry loves keeping fit, staying connected to pals, dreaming of warmer places and scheming up ways to dismantle systems of oppression.

Leanne Vuong – Projects Lead

Leanne (she/her) believes everyone has the right to live fully by experiencing the best health and wellbeing possible, and this has shaped a career focused on health promotion, training and education. She has honed these skills across services including youth health, gambling help, suicide prevention, chronic conditions, and alcohol and other drugs. Joining the team in 2023, Leanne hopes to align her experiences of familial mental health challenges with Satellite’s vision and purpose. Outside of work she enjoys hitting nature trails on two wheels or two feet, finding cheap and cheerful eateries, and harvesting what survives from the fruit and veggie boxes.

Louise Malcolm - Programs Delivery Manager

Louise Malcolm (she/her/they/them) was thrilled to join the Satellite team in late 2021. They are excited to bring their more than 15 years of administration experience across tertiary, arts, and disability organisations to the lovely place that is Satellite. With extensive experience in events and creative workshops Louise has a strong belief in the power of the arts and creativity to foster connection and have positive impacts on young people’s lives. Outside of work, Louise is enjoying studying furniture making. They also enjoy moving their body in fun ways at retro aerobics classes.

Lucy Curtis - Mental Health Lead Facilitator

Lucy (She/Her) will be leading our Satellite Connect program and working closely with the team to help create a space that feels engaging, supportive, safe and fun.

She is deeply passionate about the power of community and connection in healing and recovery.

"I know I would have really valued being part of something like Satellite when I was younger. I love working with young people – it’s such a privilege to witness their strengths and resilience. They also happen to be creative, hilarious and a lot of fun to work with."

Her background in social work includes supporting young people across schools, universities and out-of-home care. She has also facilitated relationships and sexuality education for nearly 15 years, and brings a calm, adaptable approach to her work.

Luke Induni - Youth Liaison Officer

Luke Induni (He/Him) will work directly with young people aged 8–25 across all Satellite programs, offering support and being a key point of contact for participants throughout their journey with us.
“Working with young people is exciting and such a joyful experience. The young people involved with Satellite bring so much energy and positivity, and it’s a privilege to support them.”
Outside of work he enjoys cooking, reading in the park and cycling around Melbourne visiting all the different parks, patting all the dogs, and watching the world go by.

Madeleine Griffith - Creative Direction Lead

Madeleine Griffith (she/her) is a multi-disciplinary artist and teacher with a background in sculpture, animation, miniature making and illustration. She is passionate about applying creative approaches to build connections and space for people to explore their creativity. She is thrilled to join the Satellite team and be a part of such a wonderful and compassionate organisation. She is grateful for the opportunity to learn from and support children and young people through creativity. Madeleine has three delightful children, two chickens and a budgie, all of which bring her much happiness.

Melinda hetzel - Creative Direction

Melinda Hetzel (she/her) will work with the creative team to dream up and deliver Satellite’s creative projects and help keep the play and creativity flowing through all Satellite programs. "I love creating spaces where play is possible. When there’s a lot going on in your life, particularly as a young person, I believe having time and space to create and play can help possibilities open up again. I’m passionate about amplifying voices that are least heard, in particular the voices of young people." Min is a a director, facilitator and interdisciplinary artist, who works across performance, theatre and installation, and she often can be found creating art in unusual places. Her creative practice centres around collaboration and she has a keen interest in the intersections between art, health and humans. Outside work she loves riding her bike, sititng under trees and having cups of tea with friends and family.

Melanie Renwick - Family Liaison

Melanie Renwick (she/her/they/them) came to Satellite in 2021 as a volunteer and then moved into a Youth Worker role for our camps programs in 2022. Her background is in supporting young mothers and families facing mental health challenges, re-engaging with communities, and in education. She has always dreamed of working for an organisation that truly celebrates Lived Experience and hopes to empower and advocate for families so that they can make informed choices over their own lives. When they are not working, Melanie loves to enjoy time in the country, bushwalking, and sharing new experiences with her four children.

Gab McLennan - Youth Peer Worker

Gab McLennan (she/her) first joined the Satellite space as a participant in the Satellite connect program in 2021, and joined the Youth Advisory Committee shortly after.
Gab has spent the past 8 years as a young carer for her mother with dementia and has lived experience with mental health and trauma.
She is passionate about using her lived experience to help others feel less alone and to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health and trauma.
Gab is a music lover (specifically a diehard Fleetwood Mac fan) a Western Bulldogs supporter and a Sex and The City fanatic that loves ANYTHING leopard print!

Pamela Mardones - Digital Marketing and Communications Lead

Pamela Mardones (she/her) is a Chilean who one day decided she wanted to move overseas to expand her horizons. She is passionate about learning new things, although her major passion is marketing. Throughout her life, she has studied piano, photography, and now she is studying coding. She believes that her experience, combined with her positive attitude, can bring all the necessary ingredients to create a positive impact at Satellite Foundation. Outside of work, she enjoys running and spending time with her doggy and partner, discovering new places in Victoria.

Rachel Lee - Brand & Design Lead

Rachel (she/her) has a long history working in the community mental health sector in various roles including service coordination, psychosocial group facilitation, outreach and youth residential in-reach. After a career and educational pivot, Rachel went on to study graphic design. Over the years she has gained a wealth of experience from her time as a freelancer and within agency settings. She has worked collaboratively with both local and global brands, showcasing her creative versatility and can-do attitude. Outside of work, Rachel enjoys swimming, any crafty, playing the drums and walking her large Groodle.

Sam Haouchar - Executive Services Officer

Sam (she/her) will support our CEO, Nadine Bartholomeusz-Raymond, as well as the Board and Executive Team, helping to strengthen governance and ensure the organisation remains focused on what matters most - supporting children and young people navigating family mental health challenges.
She is passionate about creating environments where young people with lived experience feel heard, valued, and genuinely supported. Sam also brings a thoughtful and practical approach to complex work, with a strong ability to build trust, provide clarity, and turn good intentions into meaningful outcomes.
Outside of work, Sam loves slow mornings, good coffee and spending time recharging with her family and friends.

Sita Fatchen - Family Liaison Officer

Sita (She/They) is one of the friendly faces who connects with families and helps them find what’s right for them. If you send through an enquiry, Sita may be on the other end, sending a text, giving you a call, or popping up at a program or event.
A teacher turned counsellor, Sita brings experience navigating school systems and supports, along with a strong background in building relationships with families and young people. She supports brave conversations and helps young people build confidence and a sense that they can steer their own ship.

Tanya Thorpe - People & Culture Business Partner

Tanya Thorpe (she/her) grew up in London and came to Australia many moons ago on a temporary working visa. She loved Melbourne and was lucky enough to get a sponsor and Melbourne has been her home ever since. Tanya worked for several years in the international development sector, supporting staff and volunteers as they prepared to live and work in communities worldwide. She recently has worked with vulnerable people who have experience seeking asylum, mental ill health and homelessness. Outside work, Tanya enjoys baking, sewing and growing and loves learning new creative techniques. She lives with her partner, dog and cat in Fitzroy.

Robyn Goodwill - Deputy CEO

Robyn Goodwill (she/her) is deeply committed to empowering young people as they navigate life’s challenges, helping them thrive and reach their full potential. After a rocky start, she credits her successes in life to the support she received from key mentors during her youth and throughout her career. With an early foundational career in industrial relations, Robyn has spent the past two decades in business leadership roles across the not-for-profit mental health sector—a space where she feels most at home due to its meaningful impact and values-driven focus.

Robyn now holds three postgraduate qualifications, including a recent Master of Business Law, and has published her research on knowledge transfer and engagement. Her expertise extends to governance, where she has served on not-for-profit boards since 2007, bringing strategic insight, extensive business knowledge and a passion for ethical leadership.

Outside of her professional life, Robyn finds joy in creative pursuits, especially paper crafts and knitting. She spends many contented hours crafting handmade gifts for friends and family.

Our Ambassadors

At Satellite, we’re proud to have Ambassadors who are not only talented creatives but also passionate advocates in the mental health space in Australia.

Justin Heazlewood

Justin Heazlewood puts the ability in vulnerability. He’s from Burnie in North-West Tasmania, wherever that is. He spent most of his twenties in Melbourne, performing as The Bedroom Philosopher. He wrote punky folk songs that happened to be funny. (He was also a columnist for Frankie.) In his thirties he focussed more on his writing (which is what he went to University of Canberra to study).

He published two books including a childhood memoir called Get Up Mum in 2018. This is how he met Rose from Satellite! What a truly great day. (June 1 to be exact.) Justin grew up as an only child with a Mum with schizophrenia. She was lovely, but things were intense! It made him into the person he is today (anxious and cranky…) who most people seem to think is a thoughtful, unique artist and champion of mental illness.

He is chuffed to be involved with Satellite Foundation. In 2020 he gave a witness statement to the Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System. He shares a lot. Feel free to drop him a line via www.justinheazlewood.com (Or look up videos of sloth’s swimming - you do you.)

Our Board of Directors

Jeremy Summers

Jeremy is an operational specialist with a deep working knowledge of all things pertaining to the management of business. Jeremy has over 25 years of experience gained predominantly in financial services and the corporate legal industry. He is also a qualified coach (IECL) and mentors several young people in a business capacity. Jeremy is passionate about creating equity in the workplace and would love to see a world where nobody feels disadvantaged for who they are, how they identify or what they believe in. In his spare time Jeremy loves to stay fit and active and has a long history of playing sports and coaching both adults and children in his first love - football (soccer) ⚽️

Chanelle Burns

Chanelle Burns is a social worker with almost 20 years’ experience in the not-for-profit and community sector in Victoria. She has worked across a range of roles, from casework and intake to leadership and governance. She currently works in Paediatric Palliative Care as a Family Support Practitioner at Very Special Kids. Not only does Chanelle bring significant clinical experience to the Satellite Board, but she also brings her personal history of growing up supporting family members experiencing mental health challenges. Chanelle feels privileged to walk alongside children, young people, and families in her different roles. She is committed to finding inclusive, collaborative, and respectful ways of working. She believes wholeheartedly that art, storytelling, writing, play, music, and movement, have the power to be connecting and healing for children, young people, and families. She values creativity, imagination and centring and celebrating diverse voices. Chanelle also loves bike riding, baking, yoga, and reading!

Cath Dillon

Catherine (Cath) Dillon joined the Satellite Board as Chair in 2023. Cath has over 30 years' experience in education, leadership development and system improvement and has been part of various not-for-profit boards for over 16 years. She has a Masters Degree in Education, a Graduate Certificate in Education Law and has completed the Directorship Course through AICD. She also served on a Victorian Statutory Authority Board for nine years. Cath has significant training and experience in child safety and safe guarding vulnerable people. She is passionate about learning from and with others to challenge injustice and support a more sustainable and inclusive society where diversity is celebrated and communities thrive.

Amrita Ahuja

With over 20 years of experience in working with young adults, Amrita is a highly accomplished leader and educator with a broad range of experience in teaching and learning, strategic leadership, operational management, student wellbeing, change management and curriculum development. Amrita's academic credentials include a Master of Education in Leadership and Management, a Master of Commerce, and Bachelor’s degrees in Education and Commerce (with Honors). Recently certified by the Australian Institute of Company Directors, she demonstrates a sharp focus on pivotal areas like risk management, governance, strategic planning, and policy development.

Rose Cuff

Rose Cuff (she/her) is an occupational therapist who has worked in child, adolescent, and adult mental health services since 1987. Since 1995 she has focused entirely on harnessing the full potential of children, young people, and families where a family member is living with mental health challenges. Rose has achieved this through direct clinical practice, developing and implementing peer support programs, co-producing a wide range of resources, publishing widely, and conducting training and research. As co-founder of Satellite Foundation, Rose’s passion for this work is undiminished. She has three amazing adult children, three adored grandchildren and still dreams of walking the mountains of Ethiopia.

Verena Merry

Verena Merry (she/her), along with Rose Cuff cofounded the Satellite Foundation in 2009. Verena has over 20 years of experience working with children and their families in a number of different roles. Initially a clinical psychologist with a doctorate in childhood resilience, she worked as a perinatal mental health with a focus on helping children and families living with mental illness. Subsequently Verena has undertaken a medical degree at the University of Notre Dame, Fremantle and is now an obstetric and gynaecology trainee based at Frankston hospital. She has a passion for advocating on behalf of young people and their families and continues to pursue this in her work with families during their perinatal journey.

Maria Clarkin

Maria leads transformational projects, predominantly within financial services, ensuring strategic direction translates to effective solutions, and provides the desired benefits. Maria has over 25 years of experience in the corporate world, which has enabled her to see how critical effective communication and collaboration are to delivering positive impact, and how this approach can be adopted in all industries and areas of life.