Lisa returns to the board after a few years break. She was on the board for 5 years around 2000.

Lisa Easte has been active in the world of counselling and supervision for over 20 years.

Special emphasis has been in the area of youth development. Initially trained as a psychologist with a masters’ degree from Auckland University she went on to gain practical skills by working for 19 years with Youthline in Auckland.

Initially as a telephone counsellor, then face to face counselling and training and supervision for others in the organisation. What started as a voluntary position to gain experience, grew into a full time job with a passion for youth.

Since 2005 Lisa has worked for Project K where she trains and supervises the mentors working with teenage clients. She is also responsible for the accounts and fundraising for Project K.