Research and Evaluation Manager, The Front Project

Dan has worked in early childhood and community services for more than twenty years. Dan has extensive experience in service innovation, policy and practice development, and advocacy with an emphasis on improving outcomes for children and families.

He has held several project-based and collaborative roles, led service development and the implementation of evidence-based programs across early childhood, community and statutory service settings.  

Dan has an interest in community development, integrated service delivery and consulting with children. He has undertaken PhD research focussing on policy, professional identity and integrated service delivery in early childhood education and care settings.  

“My vision for the early childhood system is one that prioritises children’s wellbeing at its core. A system that is focussed on children’s rights, voice, and contribution, where children are able to see their value reflected in their communities.”