Jillian is the Inspiring the ACT Program Manager hosted by the ANU through AFII and CPAS. This is part of the national Inspiring Australia initiative and aims to build science engagement activities across the ACT.

Jillian has a background in marine science (B. Global and Ocean Science, ANU, 2008), science communication (G.Dip Science Communication, ANU, 2009) and teaching (Dip Ed, 2014).