Narelle Barker is a Board member of CCA.
Narelle Barker, now retired, was a teacher and leader in government and independent schools across two states, for over 40 years. She holds a Bachelor of Education, Graduate Diplomas in Teaching English as a Second Language and Educational Computing, and a Diploma of Teaching.
Passionate about helping those in need and serving her community, Narelle learnt the importance of ‘service’ when she was a young Girl Guide. This commitment continued and today she is an active member of Rotary, a keen supporter of the Salvation Army and of Neighbourhood Watch.
In addition, Narelle is a Director on the Board of SchoolAid, a national schools-based philanthropic organization, a position she has held since 2009. Narelle has a strong belief that young people can successfully initiate and action projects/programs to support others in different ways, and at the same time, gain a sense of optimism and hope for the future.
Living in Eastwood, Narelle developed an understanding and appreciation of the broad range of services offered by CCA and its valuable work in the community. CCA’s mission of engaging with the community to enable better lives resonated well with her. She became a Director of the CCA Board in 2017.