About
Group Relations Australia (GRA) is a member based organisation contributing to professional excellence in group relations and systems psychodynamics in Australia and internationally.
The purpose or primary task of GRA is to promote the study of group dynamics and the interactions between conscious and unconscious processes in organisations, groups, and society, and their application in professional practice.
GRA Directorate
Carla Martins
Treasurer & Director, Inter-Organisational Relations
Treasurer@grouprelations.org.au
Melbourne
The Treasurer is responsible for the stewardship of the organisation’s financial affairs. This includes overseeing budgeting, financial reporting, cash flow, and compliance with regulatory and governance requirements. The Treasurer provides financial insights to the Directorate to support reponsible decision‑making.
Director of Inter‑Organisational Relations is responsible for overseeing and nurturing GRA’s relationships with partner organisations, ensuring collaborations align with GRA’s purpose and support its strategic objectives.
Rhianna Perkin
Secretary & Director, Membership
Secretary@grouprelations.org.au
Melbourne
The Secretary is responsible for supporting effective governance of the organisation. This includes overseeing Directorate administration, maintaining records and minutes, ensuring compliance with statutory and reporting requirements, and coordinating Directorate meetings and formal communications.
The Director of Membership is responsible for member engagement, retention, and growth, ensuring a positive and connected member experience aligned with GRA’s purpose.
Brigid O'Brien
Chair & Director, Communications & Marketing
Communications@grouprelations.org.au
Melbourne
The Chair provides leadership to the Directorate, supports effective governance, and ensures the organisation is focused on its purpose, strategy, and accountability. This role works closely with Directors to enable effective functioning in service of GRA’s mission.
The Director of Communications and Marketing holds the responsibility for developing and managing the activity to keep our membership informed of group events and for developing awareness of GRA across the wider community.
Bruce McFee
Director, Socioanalysis
journalmanagement@grouprelations.org.au
Thailand
The Director of Socioanalysis is responsible for overseeing GRA’s publishing activities, including the governance and strategic direction of the Socioanalysis journal. This role works closely with the Editor in Chief, editorial teams, and journal management committees to ensure high academic standards, ethical practice, and alignment with GRA’s purpose, while supporting the sustainability and reputation of GRA’s publications.
Andrea Bell
Director, Professional Development
Events@grouprelations.org.au
Malaysia
The Director of Professional Development is responsible for overseeing activities that support members’ learning and development. This role provides a link between members offering or seeking development opportunities and the Directorate, and ensures programs align with GRA’s purpose, quality standards, and strategic priorities.
Group Relations Australia Position Statement and Policy for Diversity and Inclusion
Position Statement:
Group Relations Australia (GRA) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive professional community. We recognize that diversity in all its forms is essential for innovation, creativity, and the overall success of our association. We believe that by embracing diversity and promoting inclusion, we can better serve our members, advance our profession, and contribute positively to society. The position statement and policy can be read here.
Associated Organisations in the field of Systems Psychodynamics
