
The Empowerment Challenge
OUR TEAM

Shannon Graham
Co-founder & Chairperson
With a positive can-do attitude and the belief that with a huge vision and hard work anything is possible, Shannon is excited about helping thousands of younger mums find their power within.

Michelle Polidano
Co-founder & Secretary
Becoming a mum at 16 years old was not something Michelle had planned. Michelle has lived the ups and downs of being a young mum, losing friends, being judged and facing many barriers.

Karen Brown
Co-founder & Board Member
Karen’s passion for helping others has been a constant through her life, Karen was formally recognised for her volunteering work by receiving a Community Services Award in 2015.

Donna Kennedy
Co-founder & Board member
Meeting other passionate woman has been such a gift and I know together we will be able to change the lives of thousands of people through The Empowerment Challenge.

Jade Hamilton
Board member
Jade has always had a passion for working with and supporting people on their own individual journey.

Antoinette Blair
Board Member & Treasurer
Antoinette has always enjoyed giving her time to helping others. This began by volunteering in her children’s Kindergarten and Primary School as a classroom helper and then more formal roles on the Parent & Friends Association Committee and Kindergarten Committee as a Treasurer.