Introducing PDA’s new WA Associate Director – Melanie Hawkes

Physical Disability Australia
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Jan 2021

PDA is proud to welcome Melanie Hawkes to the role of Associate Director for Western Australia.

Melanie is a wonderful addition to the PDA Team, with extensive experience in the disability sector and with a professional background working in media and corporate communications.

She is also fluent in Japanese, enjoys socialising with friends and family, attending concerts and events and spending time with her much-loved, retired assistance dog.

It’s a pleasure and honour to have you involved on the PDA Board Melanie. Welcome!

Physical Disability Australia (PDA) is a national peak Disability Peoples Organisation run by and for people with physical disability, advocating for equal opportunity, inclusion and human rights across Australia. Established in 1995, PDA represents the voices and lived experiences of its members to influence policy, engage with government, and drive meaningful change, ensuring people with physical disability are respected, empowered and able to participate fully in all aspects of society.

Speak up. Get involved.

Whether you’re living with a disability, know someone who is, or simply believe in equal rights — your voice matters.

Join the Movement. Amplify Every Voice.

Together, we can break barriers and build a more inclusive world.

Introducing PDA’s new WA Associate Director – Melanie Hawkes

Speak up. Get involved.

Join the Movement. Amplify Every Voice.

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