John Rich – Chairperson

John has had 12 years’ experience in the social services sector including counselling and group work in drug and alcohol (Holyoake), domestic violence survivors and perpetrators (Relationships Australia), Family Mental Health (Relationships Australia), Aboriginal emotional wellbeing in Wiluna (Nganganawilli Aboriginal Health Services), CEO of Community Centre Ottey, re-entry and parenting men’s groups and counselling in Perth prisons (Centrecare and Wungening), and Lifeline (volunteer).

John has also had 30 years’ experience in the chemical process industries, environmental management, business and project development, project and engineering management, contracting, consulting, and management systems with companies including Worley Parson, Clough Engineering, Thiess, John Holland, Cleanaway, BHP Engineering, and URS.

Jason Hyde – Secretary

In my career I have been fortunate to establish strong working relationships, and collaborations with key stakeholders, NFP’s, local, state and federal agencies across both the Perth and the southern regions, this includes focused Committees, improvement teams and community strategy groups to meet gaps in lower socio-economic areas and communities.

My mission has always been to advocate social and human rights, ethical practices and centered based goals to meet people’s needs to support excellence in service delivery and engaging creative solutions. For example: alongside people experiencing homelessness, antisocial issues, FDV, AOD, mental, physical and medical issues.

I’m experienced in managing teams, clinical support, evidence-based practices, trauma informed and therapeutic crisis interventions, low-threshold support and as a part of multidisciplinary teams. As an example: Writing, implementing and presenting men focused parenting programs such as Perinatal workshops, Foster Fathers programs, Men’s behavioral workshops, Rehab’s, and FDV services to promote change. I’m passionate in empowering CaLD, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBQTIA+ clients to build capacity for independence and success through evidence-based research and approaches that educate and resource their realisation, personal goals, and service needs.

Sean Doolan – Treasurer

Sean Doolan is a Perth-based accountant working primarily in the business services and tax sector. He specialises in delivering strategic tax, compliance, and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of clients. With more than 14 years of industry experience, Sean has built a strong career across a number of respected Perth firms.

He studied Commerce at Curtin University before completing his Chartered Accounting qualification. Sean’s approach is grounded in honesty, clear communication, and a desire to make business feel less overwhelming for the people running it. Over the years, Sean has developed a reputation for being calm, practical, and genuinely invested in the people he works with.

When not at work, he enjoys spending time with family and friends and is an active member of the local community. Sean values good relationships, good advice, and helping others feel confident in their decisions.

George Araj, PFIIA, CIA, CRMA, QIAL, CPA, CFE

George has 25 years of experience leading governance, risk management and internal audit engagements across 24 countries including the United Arab Emirates, Canada, the Netherlands and Australia. His experience includes over 7 years of experience as a Chief Audit Executive.

George has served as councillor for the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Australia’s WA and NSW Chapters and was a member of the IIA Global’s International Internal Auditing Standards Board. He has also served as an independent audit committee member for small to mid-sized enterprises and currently serves on Audit Committees in WA and the NT.

George has published several research reports and papers on internal audit and risk management including Sawyer’s Internal Auditing 7th Edition, Practice Guide – Demonstrating the Core Principles, research report on Responding to Fraud Risk, and others.

Nicholas Tran

Nick is an optometrist with a strong foundation in leadership and advocacy. Throughout his career he has practised across regional NSW, QLD, WA, SA and NT in private practices and associated government relief programs. His diverse career has also included work within the public health sector at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital and mobile clinics servicing aged care facilities. In addition to his clinical work, Nicholas has served as chair of various sub-committees within the national peak body for optometry; advocating for rural and regional optometry and corporate employed optometrists and addressing concerns such as mental burnout and regional isolation. Additionally, he works closely with Deakin University as chair of the optometry alumni chapter and has been involved in leading local community sporting clubs.

Beyond optometry, Nicholas is driven to foster long lasting change in the stigma surrounding men’s health and wellbeing, particularly creating a safe environment for young men in Australia. He aims to combine his professional experience, community involvement and personal commitment to contribute to Men’s Health and Wellbeing’s mission to improve the health and wellbeing for boys and men in WA.

Davnit Kaur

Davnit Kaur is a Master of Applied Finance graduate who brings strong financial, administrative, and community engagement experience to Men’s Health and Wellbeing WA. She has supported small organisations with day to day operations, stakeholder communication, and event coordination, with a focus on practical, well organised delivery and accountability.

Davnit is passionate about reducing barriers to seeking support around men’s health, strengthening community connections, and contributing to initiatives that improve health and wellbeing outcomes across Western Australia.

Josh Nissen

Josh is a Chartered Accountant and tax specialist with more than 10 years of experience across major private and government organisations. He has advised some of Australia’s largest corporate taxpayers and previously worked within government auditing the tax profiles of top-tier corporate groups. Josh now serves as the Tax and Compliance Manager for one of the country’s largest taxpayers, where he continues to support high-performing teams and robust governance frameworks.

Throughout his career, Josh has been actively involved in internal culture, wellbeing, and compliance initiatives. He is a strong advocate for mentally healthy workplaces and believes that supportive organisational culture plays a vital role in the wellbeing of employees.

Having witnessed the mental health challenges faced by men in his personal and professional circles, Josh is driven to help create spaces where men feel supported, understood, and empowered to seek help. Driven to contribute more to the community, Josh is passionate about improving men’s mental wellbeing and hopes to bring his professional expertise, governance experience, and commitment to the board of Men’s Mental Wellbeing WA.