Penny Lamaro leads an innovative, community-owned crisis service supporting women fleeing violence in regional NSW. She has established a free meals project, a health clinic within the shelter, a birth certificate and ID program for community and much more.
Previously, Penny held senior roles supporting young people and she currently serves as Chair of Youth Action, the peak body for young people in NSW.
After bringing global experts to Armidale for a conference in 2024 titled Young People doing it tough, she is now spearheading the opening of Armidale’s Youth Hub, providing a safe space for young people in the community.