Pronouns: He/Him/His
Role: CEO and Founder
Years of engagement: Since 2013 (11 years)
I’ve learned you can shift a community one cuppa at a time. For 30 years— from tackling schoolyard homophobia in the ’90s to championing inclusion where few venture—I’ve watched those conversations make towns safer and kinder.
A 266-day road trip, sharing thousands of coffees with LGBTIQA+ people and allies across Australia, proved it beyond doubt.That journey sparked Rural Pride Australia. We cut through the isolation facing queer folks and the services that support them outside the cities, putting inclusion at the top of the agenda. Our mission is simple: spark hope and ensure LGBTIQA+ people can thrive in every regional, rural and remote community.
RPA is supported by a dedicated team that effortless works to improve the lives our people in rural, regional and remote areas. Our team is formed by a diverse drop on volunteers.
With over 20 years strategy, brand and change experience, David has spent most of his career in global positions and has worked for some of the world's most recognised brands including BP, BHP Billiton, Lion Nathan, Amcor, Federation Centres, Fuji Xero.
He has also worked for the Victorian State Government and previously held numerous not-for-profit Board positions including a national UK charity, Rural Pride Australia and Earthwatch.
David spent eight years working in London before returning to his hometown in Melbourne and shares his time between Melbourne and Sydney.
Read More David Moutou is Group Manager Social and Community Services at City of Parramatta Council in Western Sydney NSW, having been in the role since August 2019, with responsibility for Council's early learning centres, NDIS and services for older residents, recreation facilities and programs, aquatic facilities and community capacity building.
David is the Sponsor of the Pride @ City of Parramatta Employee Network. David has been with Council since 2011 in community service roles.
Prior to working at Council, David was a manager at Twenty10, a state-wide support service for LGBTIQA+ young people.
David holds a Masters in Social Investment and Philanthropy, is a life member and former Chair of The Aurora Group, and a past Director of Sydney Community Foundation. As a fun side hustle, David is a registered Marriage Celebrant.
Read More Kath's career began as a Mathematics teacher before her commitment to social justice led her towards a long career as a Social Worker, supporting children, young people, families and communities in local, regional and state-wide roles.
Previous roles have seen her work with Kids Helpline and the Victorian Foundation for Survivors of Torture.
Kath is passionate about volunteering. She is an active volunteer with Australian Red Cross Emergency Services, supporting communities that have been impacted by disasters. She's also a qualified doula. Kath loves her coffee and is always available to go out for coffee with friends, colleagues and her large family.
Read More Would you like to make a difference in australian communities? enquiry about joining the RPA team. we will connect is we have an opportunitiy.