Justine is a Noongar Yamatji woman and through both her parents and is connected to many Noongar and Yamatji families in Western Australia. She holds a double degree with a Bachelor of Education (Teaching) and a Bachelor of Arts (Australian Studies) and is a qualified Trainer and Assessor and Aboriginal Drug and Alcohol worker.
Justine has worked in government and non-government organisations for many years in Victoria and Western Australia in the fields of education, training, youth justice, case management, welfare/family support, Aboriginal community development and is very passionate about serving her communities, particularly in the youth at risk space and believes that empowering youth is vital for future generations.