Guiding the Movement, Volunteering Their Expertise
Mentoring Men is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors who bring wisdom, integrity, and strategic oversight to our mission.
Our board members come from diverse professional backgrounds—including business, mental health, government, law, community services and lived experience. Each one offers their time, energy and expertise to ensure we remain true to our vision:
A Connected, Healthy Society.
They hold us accountable to the men we serve.
They help us grow with purpose.
And they guide this movement with the same values we ask of every mentor—presence, humility, and care.
We’re proud to be backed by a board that leads with both heart and rigour.

Benedict Connolly
Chairman

Dion Gooderham
Non-Executive Director

Rick Gawdat
Non-Executive Director

Kerrie Atherton
Non-Executive Director

Andrew Hurst
Non-Executive Director

Filipe Gama e Silva
CEO & Executive Director