Who are we?
Our Values
Peer-led change
This is the core of what we do. We believe in empowering young people to lead the change in the unacceptable prevalence of sexual violence. This value shines every day in the passion of our volunteers and the students that we educate.
Education for prevention
We are passionate about the power of education. We educate young people on their rights and responsibilities to facilitate primary prevention of sexual violence.
Positivity and optimism
It isn’t always easy doing the work that we do. We're uplifted by a shared belief that sexual violence is preventable, and this is reflected in our positive sex education ethos.
Our Work
SECONDARY SCHOOLS
We engage with high school students through our primary prevention model of consent workshops for secondary students.
UNIVERSITIES
It is important to continue consent education in universities. We can work with universities to educate students and staff and improve awareness on campus.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
We also engage with the broader community by collaborating with other organisations or through social media. We'd love to hear more from you!
Our Team
Courtney Aarons
Chief Executive Officer
- Postgraduate of International and Community Development
- Bountiful experience working in social responsibility, youth work, disability support, community development, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander development and women’s rights
- Passionate about human rights, feminism, sexual health and community development
- Accredited with Mental Health First Aid Training and Trauma-Informed Care Practices
- Loves travelling, horse riding and painting
Sarah Claffey
Chief Operating Officer
- Originally from Ireland
- Has an undergrad in Community and Youth Work and a Post-grad Cert in Sexuality and Sexual Health Education.
- Worked in Youth Work and Relationships and Sexuality education for a number of years.
- Passionate about relationships and sexual health education, feminism, LGBTI+ rights and social justice.
- Likes to knit, read and a good cup of tea
Luke Induni
Chief Relationships Officer
- Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Gender Studies
- Masters in Social Policy – writing a thesis regarding autistic youth and policy representations in their post-secondary transition.
- Worked for five years in neurodiverse education at small community schools – Assisting the implementation of a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy program + teaching literacy through a Multisensory Learning approach.
- Loves to cook whilst my cat and dog (Jasper and Billie) watch me in the kitchen and I pretend they are the audience for my personal cooking show.
Hannah Costin
Chief Communications Officer
- Holds a Masters of Sexology & Public Health, as well as a Bachelor of International Studies
- Currently working as a Marketing Coordinator with bountiful experience in the marketing and communications industry
- Previously volunteered as a Workshop Facilitator, consent education and sexual wellness is a key passion for Hannah!
Punya Bhaiya
Chief Financial Officer
- Studied Bachelors of Commerce (Finance and Business Analytics)
- Worked previously as a tutor and life mentor for underprivileged slum children in Mumbai.
- Guiding them academically and addressing any personal family grievances which drastically affected their lives under Teach for India.
- Loves down-time with three fur babies and communicates through brushes and colours on canvas.
Emma Linton
Chief Marketing Officer
- Working full time in an alternative education setting
- Extensive experience in Digital Marketing and Communications specialising in both non-profit and educational settings
- Passionate about equitable opportunities for young people, especially in education
- Loves dogs, live music and wine
Join Us
Check out what positions we’re currently recruiting for and help us change the world!
PO Box 153, Northcote, VIC 3070
Empowered Together acknowledges and pays respect to the Traditional Owners of the lands upon which we live and work.
Empowered Together is an ACNC registered charity.
ABN: 77611360361
