Anasha Flintoff, National Publications and Submissions Secretary
Anasha is a lawyer with experience in public health and environmental law. Currently, she works as a Legal Research Officer and Legal Policy Advisor within the Cancer Council federation, where her work primarily focuses on tobacco control, air pollution, and the intersection of climate change and health. Prior to this, she gained experience in private practice within the environment and planning teams at Allens and Herbert Smith Freehills, and served as Tipstaff and Legal Researcher to Justice Preston, Chief Judge of the Land and Environment Court of New South Wales.
Anna Sideris, National Governance Officer
Anna is in her fifth year at the Queensland University of Technology studying a Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology)/Bachelor of Laws (Honours).
Anna also works part-time as a paralegal in the areas of environmental law, commercial law, and insurance. She hopes to pursue a career in environmental or property law and this goal has led to her decision to volunteer at NELA. Anna believes that the development of practical skills in a professional environment is a crucial aspect of developing as a future lawyer.
Anna is passionate about global environmental regulation and the application of international treaties such as the Kyoto Protocol and the Paris Agreement in Australian Law. She ultimately hopes to implement large-scale change through legal reform.
Brianne Perera, National Partnerships Officer
Brianne is a recent law graduate with a keen interest in climate, biodiversity, and ESG. She is passionate about engaging in cross-sector collaboration to advance law reform and to uphold Australia's international climate and biodiversity obligations.
Brianne has previous experience volunteering at the Environmental Defender's Office, and working as a research assistant for Professor Cameron Holley at UNSW. She holds a Bachelor of International Studies and Bachelor of Laws (Honours I) from the University of New South Wales.
Dominik Suter, National Partnerships Officer
Emily Morison, National Policy Officer
Emily Morison is a lawyer in the Climate Change and Sustainability team at Gilbert + Tobin where she works with clients across a range of sectors to support their decarbonisation strategies, manage regulatory compliance risks, and capitalise on opportunities that Australia’s decarbonising economy presents. Emily also has experience in environment and planning law, and litigation, and has a particular interest in the intersections between climate change and the global biodiversity crisis, and the ongoing emergence of frameworks for assessing and managing biodiversity-related risks.
Emily is a former coordinator of the Climate Law and Governance Initiative, and Judge’s Associate at the Victorian Supreme Court of Appeal. She has a Bachelor of Science from the University of Melbourne, Master of Law (JD) from Monash University and a Master of Law from the University of Cambridge.
Jacky Le, National Communications Officer
Jacky is a sustainability enthusiast with a passion for making complex legal concepts understandable and accessible to all. Jacky strongly believes effective communicative strategies can play pivotal in driving towards a better sustainable future. To pursue this passion, Jacky has taken on work opportunities that focus on engaging stakeholders with different communicative strategies that highlight the value of sustainability standards in WA’s resource sector.
Jacky also holds a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Communications (honours) from Edith Cowan University and is currently completing his Juris Doctor at The University of Western Australia.
Outside of work and law studies, Jacky enjoys reading about legal innovation, spending time with his rescue dog, and planning trips to tropical islands.
Judith Zhu, National Policy Officer
Judith is a research consultant at the Institute for Sustainable Futures, where she conducts interdisciplinary research and manages projects across a wide range of research areas aligned to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, providing recommendations to clients on topics such as renewable energy, circular economy, and net zero transitions.
Judith is passionate about sustainability and helping deliver practical and holistic solutions to the earth’s most complex sustainability issues through the legal system and civic action. As the National Policy Officer, Judith is committed to promoting good governance and management within NELA. Outside of work, she enjoys birdwatching and spending time in nature.
Nathaniel Wong, National Events Officer
Nathaniel is a final year student at Macquarie University, undertaking a Bachelor of Laws with a Bachelor of Commerce.
Nathaniel also works as a paralegal at Clayton Utz in the Corporate, M&A & Capital Markets team, helping facilitate green investments in the commercial space. He was also a Summer Clerk in the Environment and Sustainable Development team which inspired his involvement with NELA.
Nathaniel has always been passionate about the environment, having been a volunteer at Sea Shepherd, and participating in various occasions including Earth Day. Outside of the environmental space, Nathaniel is also an avid amateur light-heavy weight boxer.
Natasha Catalano, National Events Officer
Natasha is a final year law student who is passionate about the environment, animals and social justice. Natasha is currently a Paralegal at a commercial law firm where she is involved in the international projects team and aspires to explore the environmental side of the work, in particular native title.
During Natasha’s spare time she volunteers at a local cat shelter, where she explores her passion for animal rights and helps take care of the furry feline residents. Natasha is also an active member of the Curtin Student Law Society, which has developed her passion for social justice and organisation. She has previously assisted in organising events for fellow law students, and currently manages the sponsorship arrangements, to ensure the society can provide the most quality events and education for students.
Natasha was extremely keen to be a part of NELA where she could explore her passion for advocating awareness on environmental issues in the law space.
Nayonika Bhattacharya, National Publications and Submissions Officer
Nayonika is a final year Arts/Law student at the University of New South Wales and currently works in family law, property law, wills & estates. Her passion to work in a field of law that has a highly positive impact is what led her to volunteer and join NELA. Beyond this, Nayonika is an Ambassador for Hockey NSW and the Institute for Economics and Peace.
Neve Worthy, National ESG & Sustainability Officer
Neve recently graduated with a Juris Doctor from the University of Western Australia. She is currently undertaking her Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice. Neve also holds a Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science).
Neve has experience working as a vacation clerk in the ESG and sustainability space. She now works as a law graduate.
Neve began volunteering with NELA in 2022. Her passion is climate change advocacy, particularly the impact of climate change on people and the environment
Ruby Ioannou, National Publications and Submissions Officer
Ruby is currently studying full time at the University of Queensland, undertaking a Bachelor of Arts/Law (Honours) majoring in French and International Relations.
Growing up on Magnetic Island – a refuge of biodiversity – Ruby was surrounded by rich, tropical landscapes and nature. This upbringing instilled her with a profound appreciation and understanding of wildlife, marine and environmental conservation. She has also learnt of the importance of sustainability and slow fashion through her mother’s eco-printing business, which uses natural dyes derived from local leaf and plant matter to produce textiles and garments.
These experiences have inspired Ruby to meaningfully contribute to climate advocacy, prompting her commencement as a volunteer publications officer at NELA in 2023. Passionate about legal research and law reform, Ruby is ultimately committed to finding and presenting balanced, informed solutions.