Informal Think Tanks: Professionals for Safer Screens
Join likeminded wellbeing leaders and clinicians in small informal think tanks. The groups will work alongside each other - led by representatives from each group. The goal is to support you to lift your voice to peak bodies & the media.
Dr Lilijana Gorringe is a general practitioner working in Sydney, with a strong interest in the health and wellbeing of children and adolescents. She is a Senior Lecturer in Medical Education at the University of Sydney, with her research focusing on university student support. She has been passionate about safe smartphone use in children for many years, focusing on the education of individuals, families and frontline workers on how to navigate this space. She regularly gives presentations to local primary schools and preschools, and with the upcoming legislation changes with social media, is involved in advocating for a public health campaign in Australia.
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Dr Grace Hancock is a clinical psychologist based in Melbourne, specialising in the assessment and support of children and adolescents experiencing a range of mental health challenges, including those related to neurodivergence. She has a particular interest in what research and clinical practice is showing about the impact of increasing technology use on young people’s attention, emotional development, academic engagement and achievement, and overall mental health. Dr Hancock works collaboratively with families and schools to encourage intentional, purposeful use of screens and devices, rather than reliance by default.
Sia Mastro
Director of Student Wellbeing | Brigidine College, St Ives (Sydney, NSW)
Sia Mastro is the Director of Student Wellbeing at Brigidine College St Ives, where she leads evidence-based initiatives that foster a culture of care, connection, and compassion. Holding a Master of Education (Leadership & Wellbeing) and a Graduate Diploma of Counselling, she combines strategic leadership and practical expertise to embed progressive wellbeing programs across curriculum and pastoral care.
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Sia specialises in promoting student agency, emotional resilience, and growth mindset while working collaboratively with staff, parents, and allied health professionals to build thriving, student‑centred learning environments. She regularly presents at conferences and mental health panels, advocating for authentic connections and safe, empowering spaces that support whole‑person development. A passionate advocate for youth mental health, Sia also raises awareness of the impact of technology and social media on student engagement, relationships, and emotional wellbeing, while championing safer, more supportive online environments.