The Forster Foundation for Drug Rehabilitation Incorporated is an incorporated Not For Profit community based organisation formed in 1978 to provide services to individuals experiencing problems with drug misuse, including alcohol.
The Foundation’s governance comprises:
- a governance structure of Patron, Board, and employed staff at Banyan House
- an integrated planning and reporting program comprising a 3 year strategic plan for the Foundation, annual operational plans including risk management for Banyan House and an annual report.
Governance Structure
Patron
Her Honour the Honourable Vicki O'Halloran AM
Board
| Position | Name |
|---|---|
| Chairperson | Associate Professor Robert Parker, BA(Hons), B Med, Dracog, Afrachse, Franzcp |
| Deputy Chair | Ms Jen Upton (GAICD) |
| Treasurer | Ms Jyoti Vemuri |
| Public Officer | Mr Peter Boyce |
| Secretary | TBA |
| Committee members: | Ms Kathy Katras, Dr Philip Ventry, Mrs Jen McCulloch |
Banyan House Management:
| Position | Name |
|---|---|
| Chief Executive Officer | Phil Blunt |
| Acting Clinical Services Manager | Neil Gray |
| Business/HR Manager | Trudy Allpike |
AGM & Membership
The Forster Foundation will hold its AGM in November 2019. Date and time will be available one month out. People who wish to nominate for membership or a Board Office, should contact Banyan House on 8942 7400 for a Membership Nomination Form, complete the form and send to:
The Chairman
Forster Foundation Board
PO Box 312
Berrimah NT 0828
email: ceo@banyanhouse.org.au