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Our Queensland Structure

Learn more about our structure as a national and international organisation.

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<h2>Peter Dougherty</h2>
<h4>State President</h4>
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<p class="Paragraph SCXW222365666 BCX0" paraid="1939875918" paraeid="{4d0b5925-b977-468c-aa1f-f8e47cfe7aef}{19}"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW222365666 BCX0">As State President, Peter is committed to supporting Members, Volunteers and Employees to continue delivering the Society's mission with faith, compassion and practical service. He values collaboration, stewardship and ensuring the Society remains focused on the people and communities it serves. </span>&nbsp;<span class="NormalTextRun SCXW222365666 BCX0"></span></p>
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<p class="Paragraph SCXW222365666 BCX0" paraid="1647781748" paraeid="{4d0b5925-b977-468c-aa1f-f8e47cfe7aef}{23}"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW222365666 BCX0">Peter has been a Vincentian for nearly 30 years and is based in Gladstone. When he was first introduced to the Society, he quickly recognised a strong alignment between the Society's work, his Catholic faith and his commitment to social justice.&nbsp;</span>&nbsp;<span class="NormalTextRun SCXW222365666 BCX0"></span></p>
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<p class="Paragraph SCXW222365666 BCX0" paraid="2029090141" paraeid="{4d0b5925-b977-468c-aa1f-f8e47cfe7aef}{27}"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW222365666 BCX0">Throughout his time with the Society, Peter has served in a range of leadership roles, including Rockhampton Diocesan Central Council President, before being elected State President in June 2026.&nbsp;</span>&nbsp;<span class="NormalTextRun SCXW222365666 BCX0"></span></p>
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<p class="Paragraph SCXW222365666 BCX0" paraid="1970938394" paraeid="{4d0b5925-b977-468c-aa1f-f8e47cfe7aef}{31}"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW222365666 BCX0">Upon Peter's election as State President he shared his vision for the Society:</span>&nbsp;</p>
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<li class="Paragraph SCXW222365666 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW222365666 BCX0">To remain focused on our mission and ensure our Good Works continue to support those most in need</span></li>
<li class="Paragraph SCXW222365666 BCX0">To strengthen and support Members, Volunteers and Employees in carrying out the Society's work safely, effectively and sustainably</li>
<li class="Paragraph SCXW222365666 BCX0">To continue addressing housing insecurity through community housing projects and practical support initiatives</li>
<li class="Paragraph SCXW222365666 BCX0">To grow our commitment to reconciliation and strengthen relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities</li>
<li class="Paragraph SCXW222365666 BCX0">To build strong connections across Queensland by listening to local communities and supporting the diverse work of Conferences, Programs and Special Works</li>
<li class="Paragraph SCXW222365666 BCX0">To ensure the Society continues to evolve while remaining grounded in its Vincentian values and faith tradition&nbsp;</li>
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<h2>Joe Duskovic</h2>
<h4>Chief Executive Officer</h4>
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<p class="Paragraph SCXW136156488 BCX0" paraid="1988152078" paraeid="{1792f2a7-b1ae-4e26-a2c4-99b1ab76083f}{62}"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW136156488 BCX0">As CEO of St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland, Joe Duskovic is driven to support the Society to serve people in need with dignity,<span>&nbsp;</span>compassion<span>&nbsp;and respect, and to advance social justice,&nbsp;</span>equity<span>&nbsp;and the common good across Queensland.</span></span>&nbsp;</p>
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<p class="Paragraph SCXW136156488 BCX0" paraid="800279168" paraeid="{1792f2a7-b1ae-4e26-a2c4-99b1ab76083f}{76}"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW136156488 BCX0"></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW136156488 BCX0">Joe joined<span>&nbsp;</span>Vinnies<span>&nbsp;</span>in 2013, bringing<span>&nbsp;</span>extensive experience across governance, legal, risk,<span>&nbsp;</span>audit<span>&nbsp;and property functions.</span></span>&nbsp;</p>
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<p class="Paragraph SCXW136156488 BCX0" paraid="980314663" paraeid="{1792f2a7-b1ae-4e26-a2c4-99b1ab76083f}{100}"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW136156488 BCX0"></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW136156488 BCX0">He is a strong believer in servant leadership and values-based decision-making, grounded in stewardship, trust and<span>&nbsp;</span>a deep<span>&nbsp;</span>respect for the dignity of every person.</span>&nbsp;</p>
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<p class="Paragraph SCXW136156488 BCX0" paraid="867897585" paraeid="{1792f2a7-b1ae-4e26-a2c4-99b1ab76083f}{114}"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW136156488 BCX0"></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW136156488 BCX0">Through his leadership, Joe has supported the strengthening of governance frameworks and the delivery of major initiatives, including housing and property programs that respond to growing pressures on individuals and families across Queensland.</span>&nbsp;</p>
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<p class="Paragraph SCXW136156488 BCX0" paraid="1716198147" paraeid="{1792f2a7-b1ae-4e26-a2c4-99b1ab76083f}{124}"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW136156488 BCX0"></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW136156488 BCX0">Joe believes in collaborative, purpose-driven leadership that empowers people, builds<span>&nbsp;</span>capability<span>&nbsp;and enables meaningful outcomes for communities.</span></span>&nbsp;</p>
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<p class="Paragraph SCXW136156488 BCX0" paraid="1385552698" paraeid="{1792f2a7-b1ae-4e26-a2c4-99b1ab76083f}{138}"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW136156488 BCX0"></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW136156488 BCX0">He has a proven<span>&nbsp;</span>track record<span>&nbsp;in leading multidisciplinary teams, managing change and supporting&nbsp;</span>organisational<span>&nbsp;sustainability within complex, mission-driven environments</span><span>&nbsp;as&nbsp;</span>St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland<span>&nbsp;continues to evolve to meet growing community need</span>.</span>&nbsp;</p>
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<p class="Paragraph SCXW136156488 BCX0" paraid="378614320" paraeid="{1792f2a7-b1ae-4e26-a2c4-99b1ab76083f}{164}"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW136156488 BCX0"></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW136156488 BCX0">Joe<span>&nbsp;</span>remains<span>&nbsp;committed to guiding the future of St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland and supporting its Members, Volunteers and Employees to work together in service of the Mission</span>.<span>&nbsp;</span>He is focused on ensuring the Society continues to meet growing community need across Queensland, grounded in the Vincentian spirit of dignity,<span>&nbsp;</span>compassion<span>&nbsp;and hope.</span></span>&nbsp;<span class="NormalTextRun SCXW136156488 BCX0"></span></p>
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<h2><strong><span>How the </span></strong><strong><span>St Vincent de Paul Society</span></strong><strong><span> is structured&nbsp;</span></strong> </h2>
<p><span>We are part of an international organisation, led by thousands of amazing volunteers, members, and staff, to serve those in need in our communities. </span> </p>
<p><span>In Australia, the St Vincent de Paul Society works under a federated model. Every State and Territory has a central office or headquarters that manages the day-to-day operations and needs of the people in that state. </span> </p>
<p><span>While we operate as separate entities, we work closely together every day to advocate for, and help, disadvantaged communities right across the country. By focusing on our own backyard in Queensland, we can quickly adapt to the needs of our communities – be it through responding to natural disasters or a personal/family crisis requiring assistance with housing, clothing, and food. </span> </p>
<h3><span>Dioceses</span></h3>
<p><span>The </span><span>St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland structure</span> <span>is made up of eight Dioceses.</span> </p>
<p><span>Within each Diocese we have Regional Councils, Conferences, Youth Programs, Special Works, Committees, and Vinnies stores. Each Diocese brings together and leads their members in a collective mission - to help people in their local district. They provide governance support and are there to help meet the individual needs of their region, which may be vastly different to the next. </span> </p>
<h3>State Council and Members</h3>
<p>The St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland State Council operates as the board for the state. The State Council is ultimately responsible for the overall governance of the Society, its subsidiaries and all its Councils and Conferences.</p>
<p>The President of State Council is the Society's representative on the National Council of St Vincent de Paul Society in Australia.</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph">State Council Members include:</p>
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<li>Peter Dougherty, State President </li>
<li>Patricia McMahon, Vice President </li>
<li>Nick Herron, Vice President </li>
<li>John Hollamby, Vice President </li>
<li>Shane Blakeley, Vice President </li>
<li>Dan Carroll, State Treasurer </li>
<li>Susan Dann, State Secretary </li>
<li>Juliana Mahon, State Youth Representative </li>
<li>Maree Harmon, Brisbane Diocesan Central Council President </li>
<li>Clare Johnston, Far North QLD Diocesan Central Council President </li>
<li>Peter Ryan, Northern Diocesan Central Council President </li>
<li>Philip Cranny, Rockhampton Diocesan Central Council President </li>
<li>Tony Moore, South Coast Diocesan Central Council President </li>
<li>Peter Duffy, Western Diocesan Central Council President </li>
<li>Mark O'Brien, Toowoomba Diocesan Central Council President </li>
<li>Brian Headford, Townsville Diocesan Central Council President </li>
<li>Br Damien Price, Spiritual Advisor </li>
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