Benedict Connolly
Chairman
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.
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