JESS HERNE

Events Coordinator, Australian Progress

Jess manages logistics for major conferences and training programs for civil society staff and leaders at Australian Progress. She also manages personnel at Find A Bed, coordinating emergency accommodation and rebuilding support for bushfire affected families. Jess was previously National President of United Nations Youth Australia, leading the delivery of educational programs for thousands of young Australians and held a range of roles in the organisation in communications, logistics, and welfare. She also has a background in theatre and live production, primarily working with young people in high school and university.