LGBTQ Domestic Violence Awareness Foundation: Board Directors (Voluntary) - Remote / Work from Home
Michael Barnett OAM
Board Directors (Voluntary) - Remote / Work from Home
Job description
THE OPPORTUNITY
The LGBTQ Domestic Violence Awareness Foundation is seeking dynamic and purpose-driven Board Directors to help guide one of Australia’s most impactful and fast-growing LGBTQ+ organisations.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a movement that is reshaping national and global responses to domestic, family and intimate partner violence in LGBTQ+ communities. We envision a world where all LGBTQ+ people can live free from violence; where every person is seen, heard, believed and supported with dignity and respect.
With increasing global recognition, expanding partnerships and new initiatives on the horizon, the Foundation is entering a pivotal phase of growth, innovation and influence. We are seeking leaders who want to help shape this next chapter.
OUR IMPACT SO FAR
Since launching in 2019, the Foundation has grown from a grassroots idea into an international movement for change. Our work has:
- Developed and launched two free national eLearning programs, including the groundbreaking See, Hear, Believe - Australia’s first LGBTQ+ DFV training for frontline workers
- Distributed thousands of free educational resources to services, communities and workplaces
- Reached millions through powerful awareness campaigns
- Raised over $1.1m to support education, advocacy and systems reform
- Inspired thousands worldwide to take action
- Built strong partnerships across LGBTQ+ organisations, DFV services, corporate supporters and community networks
A GLOBAL MOVEMENT FOR CHANGE
Our flagship initiative, LGBTQ Domestic Violence Awareness Day, being 28 May, is now recognised in over 20 countries around the world - and continues to grow each year.
With support from advocates, workplaces and communities across cultures and languages, the day amplifies visibility, education and solidarity for LGBTQ+ victim-survivors of domestic, family and intimate partner violence.
This global momentum has positioned the Foundation as a leading international voice driving meaningful change.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We welcome expressions of interest from people with experience in the following areas:
- Governance, Finance & Legal:
- Not-for-profit governance
- Financial oversight, risk and audit
- Legal expertise (DFV, human rights, compliance)
- Advocacy, Communications & Fundraising:
- LGBTQ+ community leadership experience
- Public advocacy, campaigns and media
- Marketing, communications or storytelling
- Philanthropy, partnerships and revenue growth
- DFV, Health, Community & Systems Change:
- Domestic, family and sexual violence experience
- Mental health, housing, legal or social support
- Community engagement and intersectional advocacy
- Policy, government relations or systems reform
- We strongly encourage applications from:
- First Nations people (including Sistergirls and Brotherboys)
- Trans and gender diverse people
- LGBTQ+ people with lived experience of DFV
- Culturally and linguistically diverse communities
- People with disability
Board experience is welcomed but not essential.
WHY JOIN US?
As a Board Director, you will help our team:
- Shape the direction of a growing national charity with global reach
- Influence groundbreaking initiatives, including free eLearning programs and international awareness campaigns
- Help shift how systems, services and communities respond to LGBTQ+ people experiencing DFV
- Grow your governance and strategic leadership skills
- Join a collaborative, values-led team committed to inclusion and social justice
- Be part of an organisation that strengthens the sector by amplifying voices, championing education and driving inclusive reform, while collaborating with frontline services who support victim-survivors directly.
This is a voluntary role with approximately 12 board meetings per year.
Job Summary
Remote / Work from Home
- Applications close: 5:00 PM AEDT, 1st Feb 2026
- Job posted on: 30th Dec 2025
- Sydney > CBD, Inner West & Eastern Suburbs Sydney