Emily is the Deputy CEO of the Social Policy Group, bringing nearly two decades of high-level expertise in the design, execution, and delivery of transformative social policy. Her career in the Public Service is marked by strategic leadership and a commitment to addressing significant social disadvantage through systems reform, inclusive design, and service accessibility. Emily is recognised for her ability to deliver impactful results across complex policy landscapes, driving lasting and sustainable change in community wellbeing and social justice.

Emily's extensive international engagement further strengthens her reputation as a leader in social policy, with a proven track record of successful global partnerships and cross-border initiatives. She is a passionate advocate for policy reforms that advance social policy objectives through innovative community informed solutions.

Dr Scott Takeshi Mills is a medical practitioner and working clinician with cross-over expertise in medicine, public health and communications. Scott holds a Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) with a Masters of International Public Health (MIPH) and has pre-medical background in media production and communications, digital technology and human-centred design.

Scott's areas of interest are health systems, health policy and health communications, with a specialised interest in AI safety in healthcare. This skillset offers a unique synergy of patient and provider service delivery insight with a population-oriented approach, communication and behaviour change experience, and a systems-level understanding of healthcare and the wider social determinants.

Her work is dedicated to advocating for the rights of migrant and refugee communities, with a particular focus on how gender, race, and class intersect in these issues. Jimena holds a Bachelor's Degree in International Relations from Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico City and a Masters Degree in Development Studies from the University of Melbourne. Prior to joining SPG, she gained experience in journalism, humanitarian aid, and community development. Jimena's commitment to these causes drives her ongoing efforts to support and uplift marginalised communities.