Principal Advisor & Team Lead at Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care

Led legislative & policy analysis; produced assessments for public-sector agencies; created accessible reports and submissions; shaped organisational research priorities; ensured quality and integrity of outputs.

Researcher Analyst at Waitangi Tribunal, Ministry of Justice

Examined extensive historical, legal, and documentary evidence to assess Crown compliance; drafted and reviewed inquiry reports; supported hearings with detailed notes and follow-up analysis; participated in report-writing meetings and refined chapters.

Assistant Researcher at Borrin Foundation

Interviewing & Evidence Gathering: Organised and facilitated one-on-one interviews and group discussions with justice-sector participants and community members with lived experience, and supported the transcription and tidying of interview material for analysis. Qualitative & Comparative Analysis: Analysed interview findings alongside comparative qualitative research from other settler-colonial contexts, drawing on international literature to provide historical and global context to participants’ experiences and identify broader systemic drivers and patterns. Ethical & Respectful Practice: Maintained high standards of integrity, empathy, and ethical practice when working with vulnerable participants and sensitive material. Conference Presentations & Stakeholder Engagement: Presented on the progress and emerging themes of the research at sector conferences and public forums, contributing to transparency and informed engagement around the project’s work.