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NewsMichael Ainsworth – South Australian Director

Michael Ainsworth – South Australian Director

We are very pleased to announce that Michael Ainsworth has been appointed Director of Key Assets South Australia.

Michael comes to Key Assets Australia with a passion for transforming the lives of children, young people and families and is motivated by influencing positive change in the sector. He has a long and proud history in the industry, with his family all working across the human services sector. He began his career trajectory as a support worker and over the past 20 years, has progressed to senior roles spanning allied health, practice, and leadership foci.

In his immediate past role as Victorian Director of Children, Youth and Families, he has led his team to support families and young people across Victoria, working for one of Australia’s largest not-for-profits. With infectious energy and enthusiasm, Michael takes a mentorship approach to lead people and bring them on the journey.

His growth mindset and thirst for knowledge to inform his practice and leadership is underpinned by various qualifications, including allied health expertise. His vast experience across multiple complex and challenging sectors brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to steer his team to success.

Welcome to the team Michael!

Key Assets Australia deeply honours and celebrates the rich and enduring cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, recognising them as the oldest continuing cultures in the world. We respectfully acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands and waters where we live and work. We recognise their profound spiritual connection to the land and pay heartfelt respects to Elders past, present, and emerging. We acknowledge the deep trauma, grief, and loss experienced by these communities, both historically and presently, and commit to walking alongside them in support and solidarity.

Key Assets Australia is a non-government, not for profit, non-religious, children, family and community services agency. Our purpose is to achieve positive and lasting outcomes for children, families, and communities.

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