Gosford East Ward
With a background spanning 40 years in community and human services, Cr Sharon Walsh brings extensive experience and a lifelong commitment to social justice to my role as a Councillor. My career includes over 20 years as a lecturer in Human and Community Services and Sociology at the University of Newcastle, where I also worked closely with communities, focusing on violence against women and children including elder abuse and primary prevention. I currently serve as Vice Chair of the Central Coast Domestic Violence Committee and have dedicated years to advocacy in domestic violence, child protection, juvenile justice, and women’s health.
My financial acumen includes managing and acquitting grants for research and advocacy campaigns, as well as leading budgets in two non-profit organisations, ensuring fiscal responsibility essential for continued funding.
Passionate about creating safe, equitable communities, I have long championed women’s and children’s rights and remain active in environmental and social justice causes including housing and shelter as a basic human right for all.
I also supported my children’s education as an active member of their school P&C, from primary through high school.