SHV Schools, Disability and Community Team Educators

Anne (she/her) Manager - Schools, Community and Disability. Anne is an educator who has been working in the field of Relationships and Sexuality Education since 2011. Anne has had the opportunity to work with an enormous range of schools, communities and organisations as well as develop teaching materials for the everyBODY Education program. Anne is also the creator of the SHV podcast Doing ‘IT’.

Bri (she/her) has a Bachelor of Education and a Graduate Diploma in Sexology. Bri is a passionate educator and sexuality and relationship therapist. Her passion comes from the belief that our sexuality plays an integral role in shaping who we are. Bri is passionate about teaching relevant and inclusive Relationships and Sexuality Education.

Brooke is the main point of call for school, community and disability bookings at SHV. She has a strong background in administration and is passionate about creating positive and inclusive experiences for all clients. Brooke holds a Bachelor of Arts (Gender and Sexuality) and a Graduate Certificate in Sexology. She is excited to connect schools and community groups with meaningful Relationships and Sexuality Education.

Chloe (She/her) is a Schools and Community Educator; she has completed a BA in Media and Communication and a Graduate Diploma of Education (English/Media). Chloe created the VCAL Media curriculum for Victoria University and worked as a secondary teacher for over 15 years, both in Australia and Germany. Chloe is trained as an IB Diploma teacher and has specialised in working with students from diverse language and cultural backgrounds. Chloe has been active in organising intersectional feminist and Queer student groups and developing diverse gender and sexuality-inclusive school curriculum. Chloe feels that her current position at SHV is an amazing opportunity to work with young people to encourage a positive relationship with their bodies and sexuality and find ways to bring parents, schools and communities along on that journey.

Claire (she/her) Educator and Team Lead for the Schools and Community team. Claire holds a Master of Teaching (Secondary) and a Graduate Certificate in Sexology. She finds both the socio-cultural and scientific sides of sexual and reproductive wellbeing endlessly fascinating and loves hearing all the curious questions that students ponder. Claire enjoys helping young people to build healthy relationships and the ability to advocate for themselves and their communities.

Clare (they/she) is a Project Coordinator at SHV. They have a background in public health research and hold a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Forensic Medicine, where their research focused on global responses to gender-based violence. At SHV, Clare coordinates both the Menstrual Health and Pelvic Pain Program and Data and Reporting within the Education Centre. They are passionate about using trauma-informed education to destigmatise conversations about sexuality among diverse communities. Outside of work, Clare is an avid rock climber and live music enthusiast.

Debora (they/them) has found their passion for sexuality education during their social work studies, leading them to pursue a career in the field. They are dedicated to empowering individuals and teams through education, advocating for everyone’s right to sexual self-determination.

With a diverse background working with both people with and without disabilities, Debora has gained valuable experience across residential homes, specialist schools, and counselling centres in Australia and Germany. Outside of work, they enjoy traveling to different corners of the globe and occasionally foster greyhounds.

Emily (she/her) has a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Teaching (Primary and Secondary). During her time as a classroom teacher, Emily discovered her passion for Relationships and Sexuality Education (RSE) and loves being able to teach students about how to respect and look after themselves as well as the people in their lives.

Genevieve (she/her) is a dedicated Registered Sexual Health Nurse and Educator working in the field since 2006. Genevieve holds a Graduate Certificate in Sexology and a Diploma in Counselling. Genevieve has lived and worked in Bali, where she established her own sexual health business, providing relationships and sexuality education and counselling to young people and adults in international communities and schools. She is passionate about empowering people to make informed choices and teaching from a pleasure-focused perspective. Genevieve returned to Sexual Health Victoria (SHV) in 2025 as a Schools and Community Educator and is thrilled to be back in a team environment.

Joanna (she/her) is SHV’s Health Promotion Coordinator and a Schools and Community Educator, with a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Public Health. Joanna’s work in sexual and reproductive health includes designing and delivering sexuality and consent education programs and running health promotion programs on topics such as fertility. Joanna is passionate about helping young people build health literacy and providing them with comprehensive, inclusive and accessible education.

Kardie (she/her) has a Bachelor of Applied Science (Disability) and has been at Sexual Health Victoria since 2007 as a sexuality educator for people with cognitive disability of all ages. Kardie works in a variety of disability settings, special schools and TAFEs, provides learning to professionals and volunteers working in the disability sector, education consultations to care teams and families, and facilitates information sessions for parents and carers.

Krissy (she/her) is a Schools and Community Educator. With 7 years of experience teaching Relationships and Sexuality Education in alternative settings, Krissy is passionate about supporting young people as they navigate the complexities of adolescence. With a background in Education, Creative Arts, and workshop facilitation, Krissy brings a wealth of experience in working with diverse communities and empowering students with the knowledge and skills to make informed, healthy decisions.

Leon (he/him) has worked in various educational settings since 2015. He has a Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education (Secondary), and a Master of Education (Student Wellbeing). Leon is interested in research, and he continues to keep up to date with best practice in Relationships and Sexuality Education. His interest in Pop Culture allows Leon to connect quickly with students, making them feel safe and comfortable during his presentations.

Sam (she/her) Head of Education Services at SHV. Sam is a Registered Nurse and has over 25 years of experience working in Relationships and Sexuality Education and sexual health. Sam is passionate about supporting young people to access the highest quality information and support so they can make choices that are right for them. Sam is also passionate about community Leadership and has recently become a Williamson fellow through Leadership Victoria.

Sam (he/him) is a Customer Service Officer in the Education Centre. He has worked in administrative roles across a broad range of sectors, including public health, disability, and not-for-profit. He loves working at Sexual Health Victoria as it embodies not only his past work experience but aligns strongly with his personal values and beliefs, such as equal access to health education for all.

Taladwyn (She/her) has a Bachelor of Education (Physical/Health) and a Post Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion. Taladwyn has spent the majority of her career teaching VCE Health and Human Development in government secondary schools, but since 2020 has worked at Sexual Health Victoria. She loves her current position as a School Educator and is passionate about everything related to Relationships and Sexuality Education.

Tessa (she/they) is a Schools and Community Educator with a Bachelor of Arts (Social Psychology & Gender Studies) and a Master’s of Sexology. A specialist in LGBTQIA+ inclusion with a regional background, Tessa has worked both domestically and internationally with schools and community organisations to strengthen their Relationships & Sexuality Education (RSE). Tessa is most in their element when empowering young people and their communities to foster safer, more supportive conversations about bodies and relationships.