Nancy Penna

Chairperson

Nancy has more than 35 years of experience in South Australian community services, a unique understanding of the political and social landscape and the issues and opportunities facing South Australia. Nancy has held executive roles in government within child protection and disability, with her executive experience underpinned by her earlier career as a social worker in child protection and youth justice.

Nancy has an in-depth understanding of the complexity and interrelatedness of issues that families, children, individuals, and communities face.

Nancy was the Chair of the Child and Family Focus South Australia (CAFFSA) Board for six years, a is a board member of the South Australian Council of Social Services (SACOSS) and co-chair of the Spirit of Women Board. Nancy was the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2023 Child Protection Awards.