Maudlin Black - Chair

In stepping into the role of Chairperson, Maudlin brings their background in community activism, their lived experience, and a deep understanding of the harms caused by prohibition. After growing up in New York, they have been happy to call Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington home for nearly a decade. In that time they have developed connections with many of the most at-risk communities via their work in peer support and advocacy- including experience working with people who are disabled, unhoused, transgender, or who inject drugs. They are passionate about harm reduction that centres Te Tiriti o Waitangi, is peer-led, and that includes marginalised voices in the conversation.