Our Leadership
Endometriosis Western Australia is a charity established to improve the lives of Western Australians affected by endometriosis.
CAITLYN ROGERS CEO
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AKAITI JAMES President
Akaiti holds a Bachelor of Biomedical Science with First Class Honours in Medical Research from the University of Western Australia and is currently studying to be a Medical Doctor. She is qualified in Not-for-Profit Governance through the Australian Institute of Company Directors and sits as a Director on numerous boards. Akaiti was mentored by Professor Fiona Wood, Dr Mark Fear and Associate Professor Krish Karthigasu to set up the endometriosis biobank with King Edward Memorial Hospital.
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Akaiti is passionate about advocating for endometriosis at a State and Federal level to change public policy and improve healthcare outcomes for people with endometriosis. She believes consumer and community involvement is an invaluable asset both in research and clinical practice.
CLEMENTINE CROWTHER Vice President
Clementine has Bachelor of Arts & Communications from the University of New South Wales. Her expertise extends from public relations and advocacy to creative, communications, strategic engagement, and marketing execution. She is currently the Head of Advocacy, Gender Equality at Minderoo Foundation, and has also run her own consultancy and worked within some of Australia’s most recognised agencies and startups.
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Clementine is a mum to three young boys and a passionate gender equality advocate with nearly two decades experience in storytelling and connection building for not-for-profit organisations. Clem was only twelve when she first experienced the symptoms of endometriosis, but despite a strong support network, it took her nearly ten years to receive a formal diagnosis. Like many, as a young woman Clem thoughtful painful periods were normal, even when they were so severe she couldn’t attend school or work. Sick of suffering in silence to keep others from discomfort, she joined the board of Endometriosis Western Australia board in February 2024 to help those with endo feel seen.
DANNIELLE PHELAN President
Dannielle is a trusted executive and strategic learning leader with over two decades of experience building capability across the education, health, and community sectors. She is the Managing Director of The Capability Alliance and, throughout her career, has designed and led nationally and internationally recognised learning programs to transform workforces and deliver measurable outcomes in complex service environments.
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Dannielle brings deep expertise in organisational development, educational technologies, and inclusive leadership. She holds a Master’s degree in Education and is an experienced company director with a strong foundation in governance, strategy, and systems thinking.
As someone with lived experience of endometriosis, Dannielle is passionate about driving meaningful change through education, advocacy, and policy reform. She believes in the power of diverse voices, collaborative leadership, and system-level change to improve health outcomes for people living with endometriosis.
CHLOE HUISMANN Treasurer
Chloe is a skilled finance professional with a background in auditing, due diligence and financial planning & analysis. She is a qualified Chartered Accountant (CA), in addition to holding a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Western Australia, majoring in Accounting and Business Law.
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Chloe was diagnosed with endometriosis in 2022, after experiencing a delay in medical professionals recognising her symptoms and a further delay in accessing a formal diagnosis and surgical treatment.While waiting for a formal diagnosis, Chloe joined the Endometriosis Western Australia Warriors support group. The lack of awareness surrounding endometriosis and the impact the Facebook support group had on her own experience inspired her to join the Board as Treasurer.
CHAREEN RAJA Board Member
Chareen holds a Master’s degree in Organisational Psychology from Murdoch University and a certificate in Social Impact Strategy from the University of Pennsylvania. She is a seasoned Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) expert with over a decade of experience in senior HR leadership positions across banking, insurance, and the not-for-profit sector.
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Chareen is passionate about gender equity and is a strong advocate for raising awareness of women’s health in the workplace. She combines her deep knowledge of behavioural science and systemic change to drive equity within corporations and the broader community.
It took Chareen several years to receive a formal diagnosis of endometriosis, and like many, she assumed her pain was normal when it was anything but. Her personal journey fuels her commitment to supporting the mission of Endometriosis WA, advocating for early intervention, and raising greater awareness.
Chareen joined the Endometriosis Western Australia board in August 2024.
JENNIFER WARD Board Member
Jennifer is a dynamic leader with extensive experience in marketing, content, CRM & data and user/customer experience. With a BA Hons Degree in Business Management from London South Bank University, she brings a strategic approach to stakeholder engagement, digital transformation, and operational excellence.
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Currently Head of Marketing & Content, Jennifer has a proven track record in driving business growth through data-driven insights and innovative marketing strategies. She has also played a key role in business unit operations, reducing administrative burdens and enhancing efficiencies.
Passionate about making a meaningful impact, Jennifer is dedicated to supporting Endometriosis WA in its mission to raise awareness, advocate for better healthcare and provide a supportive community for those affected by endometriosis. Her expertise in digital engagement and strategic planning will help drive the organisation’s initiatives forward.