A born and bred Nelsonian, Helen has worked in the Health sector and more latterly the Community sector over the last 30 years. She is very keen to continue strengthening neighbourhoods across Te tau ihu and building networks to ensure our communities are more resilient and connected. Having been a long term Trustee of Age Concern Nelson Tasman and also a Board member of Brain Injury Nelson, she has insight into the specific needs of older people in our region and those with different abilities. Helen has worked with many diverse cultures that now call Te tau ihu home and she is keen for younger members of our community to have a voice and be active participants in shaping our communities.