At our Annual General Meeting we elected our new executive team to lead our volunteer committee of management for the 2024-25 year. We're thrilled by the skills and enthusiasm that they each bring so we've asked them each to introduce themselves and their vision for our community.
President - Jenny Yuen
I first discovered the Collingwood Toy Library when my oldest child was three months old. The Maternal and Child Health Nurse introduced it to our new parents group and I loved everything about the library; the seemingly infinite range of toys, reducing clutter at home and reducing waste.
Being President of the Committee of Management is a wonderful opportunity to give back to the community and ensure the organisation is sustainable for other families into the future.
I now have two kids, live locally and work in tertiary education as a Lecturer in Nursing. In my second year as president, I am committed to making the library equitable and inclusive and further embedding the toy library in our community.
Vice-President - Katie Shiff
Despite living a few blocks away for almost a decade, I had no idea that the Collingwood Toy Library existed before I had my baby. We went for our first visit after an introduction through our Maternal Child Health Nurse. It felt like hitting the toy jackpot! The toy library offers a whole world of play that our family would never be able to achieve independently, plus it's great on our wallets and the environment!
My professional background spans retail operations and marketing and communications, though I am currently studying an Honours in psychology. I am keen to build on the amazing work that has been done by past and existing committee members and to help more people find this incredible resource.
Treasurer - Samuel Reid
Before our daughter was 3 months we were signed up, regularly borrowing toys, and meeting other families in our local area. Our family values the ability to leverage the range of toys available to continually stimulate and engage with her in a sustainable manner whilst exploring her interests.
In my second year as Treasurer for the committee of management, I contribute my banking and finance skillset from 10+ years at a leading Australian bank, and build on the great work of the previous toy library committee and members.
My hope for the toy library is to continually expand our available collection with a compelling economic and sustainable story that appeals to all members of the community and provides an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.
Secretary - Georgia Hunt-Prokhovnik
I loved being in a toy library as a kid, so once our daughter arrived, joining one was a must. We signed up as soon as we had enough energy to leave the house, and it’s been amazing! There is always something new and exciting for her to try. It’s like an endless cycle of fun without the clutter and waste.
As Secretary of the Committee of Management I bring my professional skills in Government coordination, evaluation and improvement.
My goal is to share the magic and sustainability of our toy library with all the families in our community.