04/08/2026
We are delighted to announce that Andrew Carter has been appointed as the inaugural Chair of Childhood Dementia Initiative's Board.
Andrew brings more than 35 years of experience in Australia's health technology and life sciences sector, and 20 years of governance experience across for-profit and for-purpose boards. This includes roles as past Deputy Chair of Rare Voices Australia, the national peak body for people living with rare disease, and past Chair of Melbourne City Mission, one of Australia's oldest and largest community services organisations. Andrew is currently a Regional Councillor of Yalari, a national Indigenous education and leadership organisation, a Non-Executive Director of Pure Solutions Australia and Chair of MedWise Consulting. Just as importantly, he is deeply values-driven and is an active, hands-on volunteer, working with Anglicare Victoria’s homelessness and emergency relief services.
"Through my work in the rare disease community, I've seen what families face when a condition is poorly understood and poorly supported. Childhood Dementia Initiative is changing that in the childhood dementia space; with evidence, ambition and real momentum. I'm honoured to serve as its inaugural Chair."
This is a milestone moment for us. Since 2020, we have built a world-first evidence base, secured bipartisan government support and co-designed nationally significant reforms across health, disability and care. Appointing our inaugural Chair marks the next stage of our growth and evolution, and Andrew's leadership will help us deliver on our ambitious goals and strategy.
Every 3 days in Australia, a baby is born with a condition that causes childhood dementia. With Andrew leading our Board, we are better placed than ever to change what the future holds for these children and their families.
Welcome, Andrew!
