It's been a busy year for Syd with a lot of changes, but the team is so excited to welcome new team members, Leisa de Klerk and Tess King to the Syd whānau.

Leisa comes to the team as the new Partnerships and Contracts Manager, working closely with the General Manager. Leisa has worked in the Community Sector for over a decade and has extensive knowledge of the how's and why's of this sector. If you're interested in working more closely with Syd, she's the one to get in touch with! You can email her at leisa@syd.org.nz. 

Tess is our new Clutha Youth Worker, based in Balclutha and supporting the wider area with youth development opportunities and education. Tess has a background in social services and has supported people in the sector her whole working life. If you want to know more about what Tess does, or get in touch with her, her email is tess@syd.org.nz.