Dr Jennie Gray
Pronoun
Chief Executive Officer
Women’s Legal Service
Dr Jennie Gray has been the Chief Executive Officer since 2021. Jennie’s professional career in the community sector has spanned practice, management, research and policy roles, in a variety of settings. This includes many years designing and delivering services in regional and remote Western Australia and being employed as the Deputy CEO, at the WA Council of Social Service.
Jennie’s commitment to working alongside others to ensure a more just, fair and sustainable society has been unwavering across these roles. She shares WLSWA’s passion for women’s education and empowerment within the legal system and beyond. Jennie understands the devastating impact of poverty on women, and that redressing gender inequality is at the heart of making things better for women.
SESSIONS
Day 2
12:10
Fireside Chat: Strengthening Financial Equity
How macroeconomic trends are deepening financial inequity for women – and why leaders must act on the ripple effects across pay, progression, and retention
The long-term impact of superannuation gaps and career breaks on women's financial security and leadership continuity
What leaders can do to create financially resilient pathways that support advancement, equity, and long-term success
Embedding financial wellbeing into leadership strategy – transparent pay, equitable benefits, career mobility, and education
Moderator: Grace Mugabe, Founder, Financially Empowered
Tania Cecconi, Lead Partner WA, Perpetual Limited
Dr Jennie Gray, Chief Executive Officer, Women’s Legal Service