
Malakai Tava
President
Malakai is the Founder and current President of Spinal Home Help, bringing a wealth of personal and professional experience to his role. Following his spinal cord injury in 2023, Malakai demonstrated remarkable resilience and commitment by advocating for the rights and needs of individuals with spinal cord injuries. His efforts led to significant legislative changes in Queensland in 2024, enabling individuals with spinal cord injuries to live in the community with their families.
In addition to his advocacy work, Malakai draws on his prior career experience in project management and his understanding of effective service delivery. These skills have been instrumental in establishing and growing Spinal Home Help as a vital resource for individuals with spinal cord injuries. His lived experience of injury, recovery, and life fulfillment further enhances his ability to provide compassionate and insightful support to participants.
Malakai’s leadership and dedication continue to drive Spinal Home Help’s mission to empower individuals with spinal cord injuries to achieve independence and lead fulfilling lives within their communities.
In addition to his advocacy work, Malakai draws on his prior career experience in project management and his understanding of effective service delivery. These skills have been instrumental in establishing and growing Spinal Home Help as a vital resource for individuals with spinal cord injuries. His lived experience of injury, recovery, and life fulfillment further enhances his ability to provide compassionate and insightful support to participants.
Malakai’s leadership and dedication continue to drive Spinal Home Help’s mission to empower individuals with spinal cord injuries to achieve independence and lead fulfilling lives within their communities.

James Borman
Treasurer
Has over 20 years of experience in finance and in financial management roles both in Australia and the United Kingdom. James has earned a Bachelor of Commerce, a Bachelor of Economics, and is a Certified Practicing Accountant. He is currently working as a Commercial Analyst in Australia’s mining industry and brings valuable financial management expertise to the Board.

Deeksha Kumar
Legal Advisor
Deeksha is a commercial and corporate lawyer with cross-jurisdictional experience gained working in-house at large international organizations. She has a passion for developing practical and innovative solutions while collaborating with clients and stakeholders. As legal advisor to the Board, Deeksha will use her legal expertise to support SHH’s goals and vision.

Jas Pooni
Risk Manager
Jas is a dedicated professional with a passion for psychology, health, and aviation. With a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Aviation in Human Factors, Jas has developed a unique blend of skills centred on understanding human behaviour, enhancing processes, and fostering resilience in complex environments.
Jas’s diverse experience spans technical aviation, counselling, and health-related fields, reflecting a strong commitment to well-being, accountability, and operational excellence. Jas values building meaningful connections, crafting effective strategies, and driving positive, lasting change.
Jas’s diverse experience spans technical aviation, counselling, and health-related fields, reflecting a strong commitment to well-being, accountability, and operational excellence. Jas values building meaningful connections, crafting effective strategies, and driving positive, lasting change.

Lee Ng
Secretary
With over two decades of professional experience as an occupational therapist, Lee brings a wealth of expertise in both therapeutic and consultative capacities. Specializing in rehabilitation, pain management, and occupational reintegration, he has consistently demonstrated a commitment to enhancing the lives of individuals facing disabilities. Lee’s extensive background is complemented by his ongoing dedication to an organization devoted to alleviating the isolation of young people with disabilities and fostering meaningful connections for them.