Kate is an AuDHD paediatric occupational therapist and Director of Outcomes Therapy, with nearly two decades’ experience supporting children with multiple/complex physical disabilities and neurodivergent families across sectors. She specialises in relationship-based, neuroaffirming practice and is a strong advocate for ethical, evidence-informed systems that truly support children, families, and clinicians.

Bonnie Berry is an occupational therapist and clinical coordinator working in a multidisciplinary paediatric service in Newcastle, NSW. She leads quality improvement initiatives focused on family-centred, strengths-based practice. Bonnie is passionate about enhancing collaboration across disciplines to support meaningful outcomes for children and their families.

Yolanda Fernandez Yolanda has Spanish Galician heritage and brings a deep appreciation of culture, connection, and community to her work. Her PhD focused on community approaches that strengthen children’s participation and sense of belonging. As an occupational therapist at Deadly Ears, Yolanda is committed to culturally responsive, relational, and strengths-based practice. Co-Author: William Bern William is a Barunggam man. Shaped by lived experience, community and family. He has years of experience working in Aboriginal Community Controlled health services. A social worker with experience in Forensic Mental Health and Community development. Always encouraging visibility, connection and reflection as core practice.