Acting CEO announced by Down Syndrome Australia

Down Syndrome Australia sincerely welcomes Jackie Softly as the Acting CEO as we farewell our inaugural CEO, Catherine McAlpine.

Jackie has extensive experience in the disability sector and has been a Director of Down Syndrome Australia since its inception in 2011. ‘Down Syndrome Australia is very fortunate to be able to draw on the experience and talent of board members to ensure continuity during this time of change,’ says Angus Graham OAM, Chairman, Down Syndrome Australia, ‘and we are grateful to Jackie for her ongoing commitment and support while the search for a new CEO is conducted.’

Down Syndrome Australia also thanks Catherine McAlpine for her contribution and warmly wishes her all the best for the future. Graham says ‘Down Syndrome Australia has very much appreciated Catherine’s passion and dedication during the establishment phase of the organisation, and looks forward to building on the strong base she has established.’