Sharron Williams is a Narungga/Kaurna woman who has been the Chief Executive of AFSS since 1988.
Under her capable leadership, the organisation has expanded in both size and in the number of programs it provides to support Aboriginal children and families in South Australia.
Prior to taking the helm at AFSS, Sharron worked for 15 years with Correctional Services in strategic and policy development positions, and was the first Aboriginal Public Relations Officer with the Correctional Services system in South Australia.
Sharron has served on the SNAICC National Executive since 1988 and was elected Deputy Chairperson – Child Welfare in May 2011. In November 2012 she was elected Interim chairperson of SNAIIC and held the position of National chairperson until 2020.
Sharron is focused on building and maintaining strong relationships with government and relevant agencies, based on mutual respect and a strong commitment to protecting the rights of Aboriginal children, families and communities.