Our governance

2022-23 Territory Board

The Board is responsible for providing governance oversight to the Australia Territory in accordance with Australian law, all requirements under International Headquarters’ Orders and Regulations, and the principles of theology, mission, integrity and compliance.

The Board is also responsible for strategically positioning the territory so that it has a sustainable, major influence on Australian society, and to provide advice and assistance to the Trustees.

The Board is chaired by the Territorial Commander and accountable to the General for its responsibilities.

Board membership for the period 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2023 is as listed:

• Commissioner Miriam Gluyas, Chair (commenced 1 February 2023)

• Commissioner Robert Donaldson, Chair (ceased 1 February 2023)

• Major Kevin Lumb, Alternate Chair (commenced 1 June 2023)

• Colonel Mark Watts, Alternate Chair (ceased 1 June 2023)

• Richard Grellman AM, Lead Independent

• Greg Couttas, Chair, Audit and Risk Committee

• Desley Hargreaves PSM, Chair, Quality and Safety Committee

• Auxiliary-Lieutenant Rosy Keane (commenced 1 February 2023)

• Commissioner Janine Donaldson (ceased 1 February 2023)

• Colonel Winsome Merrett

• Adrian Appo OAM

• Felicity Natoli

• Captain Colin Reynolds

• Captain Leisa Humbley

In August 2022, the Board travelled to Darwin to visit different mission expressions of The Salvation Army. In April 2023, the Board visited the NSW/ACT Division.

Board Committees

Audit and Risk Committee

The purpose of this committee is to ensure the integrity of the financial statements, the risk management framework and the system of internal controls, such that these align with The Salvation Army’s values and meet its legislative and regulatory obligations.

Nominations Committee

The purpose of this committee is to fairly and objectively identify and nominate suitably qualified candidates for appointment to the Board.

Pastoral Committee

The purpose of this committee is to improve the depth and breadth of the spiritual life of The Salvation Army in Australia, and to guide the movement so that it operates in accordance with its God-given mission to: “Share the love of Jesus by caring for people, creating faith pathways, building healthy communities and working for justice”.

Professional Standards Committee

The purpose of this committee is to define and promote within The Salvation Army a world’s bestpractice response to allegations of abuse and ensure The Salvation Army is actively enhancing child and vulnerable person safety within the Australian community.

Quality and Safety Committee

The purpose of this committee is to define and promote a culture of continuous quality improvement and consumer safety that aligns with The Salvation Army’s values and meets its legislative and regulatory obligations.