Birds in the Bush recognise that creating safer communities begins with prevention. Education is one of our most powerful domestic and family violence prevention tools. Delivering respectful relationship education in school settings can stop violence before it starts, ensure early intervention where violence is present and empower young people to engage in healthy relationships.
Nested is a domestic and family violence and respectful relationship education program being rolled out in 2026 to staff in regional high schools across the Central West. Funded by Birds in the Bush, Nested is unlike any other program as it is tailored to the unique needs of regional schools through community collaboration.
If you are a high school in the Central West, and are interested in receiving or learning more about NestEd please email us at: education@birdsinthebush.com.au
Donating to Birds in the Bush can assist in funding the NestEd program.
Meet the NestEd team
Leili
Leili graduated with a Master of Criminology from the University of Sydney’s Law School in 2021.
Whilst completing her undergraduate degree in Criminology and Business Law, Leili worked in the domestic and family violence sector in policy and law reform. Leili contributed to policy and legal submissions including advocacy work for coercive control reforms to be introduced in Australia. Alongside this, Leili interned at the NSW Department of Communities and Justice in the Youth Justice strategy sector. Leili went on to work fulltime in child safety strategy at DCJ.
In 2022, Leili shifted to work for an Aboriginal led consulting firm where she contributed to evaluations centring around domestic violence and other social issues. Leili now works at Australia’s National Research Organisation for Women’s Safety (ANROWS) in research and evaluation. In 2024 Leili was a fellow of the Social Impact Hub.
Leili has been delivering respectful relationship education in high schools since 2022. Leili’s services have been backed by an expert advisory board consisting of Nicole Yade, Daniel Principe and Tanika Perry. Leili has a strong passion for justice and believes education is a key component to changing our nation’s domestic abuse crisis.
Respectful relationship education is something Leili is deeply passionate about, believing that healthy relationships are the foundation of thriving individuals and communities. Leili is committed to creating safe and inclusive spaces where young people feel empowered to reflect, grow, and develop the tools they need to foster positive relationships in all areas of their lives.
Tanika
Tanika is a proud Worimi Woman, brings over a decade of experience in Indigenous community engagement, health promotion, and project management. Specialising in project coordination, communication, and stakeholder relations, she leads initiatives supporting First Nation communities with a focus on cultural safety, inclusivity, and respect. Holding a Graduate Diploma of Indigenous Health Promotion from The University of Sydney, Tanika demonstrates a steadfast commitment to Indigenous health nationwide. Guided by a values-driven leadership approach, she empowers teams through collaboration, aiming for meaningful contributions. As an advocate for Indigenous advancement, Tanika champions inclusivity and equity.