David Braga is the Chief Executive Officer of IJM Australia. In this role, he draws on over two decades of executive leadership to advance IJM’s mission to protect people in poverty from violence and exploitation.

David began his career in technology at Bankers Trust Australia and held senior leadership roles at J.P. Morgan. He later became CEO of BNP Paribas Securities Services in Australia and New Zealand, where he led high-performing teams in complex environments. Most recently, he worked in strategic advisory, supporting organisations across the corporate and non-profit sectors.

David brings a passion for building strong cultures, delivering impact, and leading with purpose. He has also served in Board member roles for several Christian organisations, including Olive Tree Media and as chair for CRU. In the past he has chaired the Council of Tara Anglican School for Girls.

David and his wife Karen are active members of St Anne’s Anglican Church in Ryde. They have three adult daughters. He enjoys landscape photography, reading, spending time with friends, and following cricket.

During law school, Grace interned at Anti-Slavery Australia, a legal clinic within the University of Technology Sydney and assisted with visa or compensation applications for women who had been trafficked into sexual exploitation in Australia.  

After working in government and corporate litigation, Grace returned to Anti-Slavery Australia, representing people who had experienced modern slavery, with a focus on forced marriage. She subsequently moved to Canberra, and worked for the Australian Government, implementing their national strategy to combat modern slavery.  

Grace has worked in multiple roles at IJM across programs and grants and is currently the Chief Advocacy Officer. In this role, she leads efforts to influence government policy and priorities for the benefit of those affected by violence and exploitation.  

Grace holds a Juris Doctor, a Master of Arts (Slavery and Liberation) from the University of Nottingham (Rights Lab) and was awarded an Australian Federal Police Commissioner’s Certificate for her outstanding contribution to Project Skywarp.  

Grace has a husband, one son and a large black dog named Teddy. During her free time, she bakes sourdough bread and reads detective fiction. 

Prior to joining IJM, Laurie-Anne served as Chief Development Officer at The Bowery Mission in New York City, leading the Development Team to raise annual operating revenue of $18.5M and participating as a member of the Executive Leadership team. Over her 12-year career at The Bowery Mission, she pioneered new fundraising initiatives and built invaluable donor relationships to support the Mission’s critical work.  

Through her leadership, Laurie-Anne built The Bowery Mission’s robust corporate partnerships program from the ground up. The program now engages more than 200 organisations to serve New Yorkers experiencing homelessness and hunger, providing significant financial and gift-in-kind support.  

A native of Sydney, Australia, Laurie-Anne previously served as Head of Corporate Development and Events Manager at the Powerhouse Museum. She holds a Master’s in Public Administration from The University of Sydney, a Bachelor of Business (Marketing) from Southern Cross University, and a Certificate in Corporate Social Responsibility from Harvard Business School. 

Laurie-Anne enjoys spending time with family and friends. She loves sunrise beach walks and appreciating the beauty of nature, as well as travelling and exploring different cultures, dining out and visiting museums around the world. 

With over 8 years' experience in the not-for-profit sector, Christian is dedicated to connecting people with the cause of justice in a personal and transformative way.

Known for building authentic and meaningful partnerships, Christian’s leadership is grounded in trust and collaboration. With a Master’s in Business Administration, Christian combines his strong business skills with innovative thinking and his own commitment to justice.

As IJM Australia’s Director of Engagement, he is excited to see Australians across the country help protect people in poverty from violence worldwide.

Christian, originally from Germany, has called Australia home for half of his life. He is a passionate musician and enjoys spending time in the great outdoors and often plays table tennis with his wife, Steph. 

Jacques is a highly regarded leader with a track record of achieving success. After completing a Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Science at UNSW, Jacques completed a Master of Arts in Christian Studies at Alphacrusis University College.

Known for his critical thinking and analytical skills, Jacques is dedicated to effectively equipping and mobilising churches across Australia to advance the mission of justice and protection for the world’s most vulnerable communities.

With a natural ability to build rapport, Jacques is committed to advancing IJM’s mission through initiatives that bring together faith, action, and a shared vision for justice.

Jacques recently got married to his wife Holly, leaving Newtown and moving to North Sydney. He is an avid sports fan supporting the Philadelphia Eagles, Sixers and Arsenal. 

Briony Camp works as IJM Australia's policy and campaigns in the advocacy team where she assists with government and media relations. Prior to joining IJM, Briony worked for seven years in policy and media roles in federal and state politics and in community advocacy in the not-for-profit sector. 

She occasionally works as a professional singer, holds an honours degree in environmental science and lives in country Victoria with her husband and two pets. 

With a background in roles at multinational corporations, Alex brings a wealth of expertise in communication, relationship management, and strategic alignment to IJM Australia.

Alex is dedicated to connecting Australians with key updates from IJM and aligning our global work with their personal desire for justice.

An avid team player, Alex is committed to fostering deep, authentic connections that empower Australians to make a tangible impact in the fight for justice and freedom.

Alex enjoys serving at his local church, where he finds community and purpose in supporting others. He also loves spending time outdoors, whether it's going for a walk, a run, or playing football. These activities help him stay active, connect with friends, and appreciate the beauty of the world around him. 
 

Madeleine joined IJM Australia in 2021 with a passion to connect Australians with bringing justice to vulnerable communities worldwide.

Serving previously as a lawyer and working in the court system, Madeleine is eager to see justice systems strengthened globally, specifically to protect communities at risk of violence and exploitation, and to move towards a reality where everyone has access to justice and protection.

Madeleine loves sharing with supporters about the impact of their giving and highlighting stories of empowered survivors. A natural connector, Madeleine enjoys sharing IJM’s vision to protect people in poverty from violence with Aussies across the country.

Madeleine recently got married to her husband Julian and enjoys living in the inner city. She sings in a community choir, loves snorkeling and can't wait for her next overseas trip. 

Rebecca Nedelko is the Director of International Programs and Grants at IJM Australia. In this role, she provides strategic leadership and oversight for IJM Australia's international program portfolio, ensuring that initiatives are locally-driven, have sustainable impact and align with the organisation's mission to protect vulnerable people from violence and exploitation.

She is an international development practitioner, having lived and worked extensively across the Asia-Pacific with the UN Development Program, the International Organization for Migration, international NGOs, and government bodies. Rebecca’s expertise spans program management and policy advocacy across areas of human rights, labour migration, child protection, social policy, health security and governance.

Rebecca holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations (Bond University/Obirin Daigaku), a Master’s degree in International Development Practice (The University of Queensland), and a Postgraduate Certificate in International Law, Human Rights and Climate Change (UN University for Peace).

Outside of work, Rebecca enjoys travelling and exploring the outdoors with her husband, daughter, and son. She’s also an avid podcast listener, especially those that delve into international affairs, human rights, and inspiring stories of resilience and hope.