Emily is Deputy CEO and Director of Policy and Advocacy for National Disability Services. She has worked in government relations and public policy for more than 15 years, through roles in the private sector, the public service and the not-for-profit sector – working in government relations, policy and strategic advice. She has worked in government and opposition, on two federal election campaigns, in a patient advocacy organisation and for a global manufacturing company. She is passionate about the role of government in everyday life and the importance of social inclusion, equality and workplace participation.