Roshani Shrestha is the President of Didi Bahini Samaj Victoria (DBSV), where she provides leadership focused on empowering Nepali women and strengthening community connections across Victoria. She is committed to fostering inclusion, cultural pride, and collective growth through advocacy, collaboration, and community-driven initiatives.

Shova Lamsal is Vice-President of Didibahini Women’s Network Australia (DWNA) and has volunteered with the organisation since 2017. She completed a Master of Social Work at Monash University in 2016. Shova works in specialist family violence and child wellbeing sectors as a Practice and Team Leader, providing guidance to promote safety for women, children, and families affected by violence, abuse, neglect, and trauma. She also supervises students and practitioners, supports self-care, and values collaboration to empower communities through targeted programs and holistic community-based interventions nationwide

Dr. Brinda Shrestha is a senior Project and Program Delivery
Leader with over 20 years of experience delivering complex
digital, lending, and remediation programs within the
Banking sector. She holds a Doctorate in Project Leadership,
bringing a strategic, evidence-based approach to
governance and delivery. Since 2023, Brinda has volunteered
with DWNA and currently serves as Secretary on the DWNA
Executive Committee (2026–2028). She is deeply committed
to women’s empowerment, inclusive leadership, and
building capability for sustainable impact.

A professional energetic and creative civil engineer, expertise in project management and water supply engineering. A self-directed, flexible, hardworking and energetic person with excellent track record, diverse knowledge and skills acquired during work experiences. Works independently as well as in team to provide imaginative solutions.

I am registered nurse by profession, passionate in learning new skills and sharing knowledge. I have strong inclination towards social work working towards women’s wellbeing. Being a mother, wife, daughter and a professional, I aspire to bring changes in people’s lives by creating example and breaking ceiling.

As a Research Nurse at the University of Melbourne, Reeta Lamichhane brings a wealth of experience in public health from her extensive work in both Nepal and Australia. At the Peter Doherty Institute, she spearheads multiple projects focused on antimicrobial studies. Reeta's academic journey reflects her dedication to public health, holding a Master of Public Health (Epi & Bio) from Curtin University, which she completed with a full scholarship from Australia Awards. She later earned a Master of Nursing Science from the University of Melbourne, and is now heading to the PhD pathway. 

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I am a dedicated Mental Health Case Manager with a background in law and a strong commitment to supporting individuals and families in need. I am passionate about promoting mental health awareness and helping people access the services and support they need to feel safe and empowered.
I have a particular interest in supporting individuals affected by domestic and family violence, and I strive to make a positive impact through advocacy, education, and compassionate care. My goal is to serve the community to create meaningful and lasting change.

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Nirmala Nyaupane is Director of Nursing/Facility Manager at Homestyle Aged Care Services. She has previously worked in Southern Africa for 9 years. Has liaised with various community members and stakeholders. Passionate to work in social work and community work.

With a professional background in Software Engineering and experience in large-scale system delivery projects, she brings strategic thinking and structured leadership into her community work. She currently serves as VIC State Manager at Eve Zone, supporting businesses across hospitality, medical, and cleaning sectors while fostering meaningful community partnerships. As Master of Ceremonies for the DWNA Wellness Conference, Ashma brings energy, grace, and professionalism to the stage. Her ability to connect with people authentically ensures a welcoming and engaging atmosphere for all attendees. Ashma is passionate about emotional wellbeing, women’s empowerment, and creating platforms where voices are heard and celebrated.