Andie (they/them) is an Agile Product and Project Specialist. They have held various other senior leadership positions in technology companies. Andie identifies as non-binary trans and is passionate about helping all rainbow communities, including increasing the diversity of Rainbow Auckland.

They are an active OUTLine NZ volunteer and co-facilitates a trans peer support group.

Sibyl has a decade of experience as a political and governance specialist for central and local government. Within this time, Sibyl has been awarded two Bachelor of Arts degrees, a Graduate Diploma in Politics, and a Master’s degree in Global Diplomacy.

Sibyl is currently the manager of the Community Programme Delivery team for Central Auckland at Auckland Council, and a proud sole parent to a beautiful teenager.

She is passionate about supporting and promoting growth and equity in the Rainbow community, including creating safe, diverse and inclusive spaces for thriving and connection.

Andrew is an experienced governance professional who is Chair of several boards and a member of others. He is a former local body elected member and Deputy Mayor. 

Andrew plays an active role in the LGBTQIA+ community, and is passionate about using his skills and experience in governance and strategy for the benefit of Rainbow Auckland and its members, to bring together and grow the network of rainbow businesses and professionals.

Dan is a Registered Nurse with over a decade of experience in tertiary settings, community organisations, and pilot projects. 

Dan is passionate about making a difference for their local community and has been involved in volunteering and NGOs for over 20 years.

Brent is an experienced IT leader with over 25 years in senior roles. As the current COO of a leading IT Professional Services firm in Auckland, he brings a wealth of industry knowledge to the table.

Driven by a commitment to social impact, Brent joined Rainbow Auckland to champion equality, foster positive collaboration, and create an inclusive environment within the LGBTQIA+ community.

Brent’s leadership extends beyond his professional career. He has served as chair on other non-profit boards and currently holds the position of Treasurer for Hau Tutū, an organisation dedicated to inspiring Māori and Pasifika rangatahi to pursue careers in technology.

Zina Abu Ali (she/they/ia) is a tauiwi who was born and raised in Jordan, Zina moved to Aotearoa in 2019, navigating a significant life transition as a queer Palestinian woman.

As a passionate DEI consultant, Zina is an advocate for the representation and well-being of historically excluded communities. Zina has published research on the experiences of queer ethnic youth in Aotearoa, addressing issues such as disrupting racism in mainstream queer spaces, intimate partner relationships, family violence, and the broader lack of support for queer ethnic youth.

Ai Kihara is a director, counsellor, social worker and supervisor. They trained and worked as a counsellor, social worker and domestic violence advocate since 1997. Ai worked as a social worker between 1997 and 2008 in Japan.

Ai’s ACC, EAP, and private practice work involves individual counselling, couples, and families, as well as seminars and workshops (e.g., mental health first aid, ACC, trauma therapy, etc.). Also, they have worked at Lifeline, Shine (Domestic Violence Centre), MIT Manukau (lecturer) and other social services in New Zealand since 2009.

They are currently working at ACC, EAP, Community Mental Health Service, Oranga Tamariki, MSD and other organizations through my own business as the Director of Hana Counselling and Education.