Angela Cochrane

Mum of three, business owner, Future Care Project founder.

Lover of strong coffee and stronger policy reform.

Now based in Goondiwindi, I haven't always called regional Australia home but it's where I've found both purpose and community.

After years of living in cities all over the world and working across various professional sectors, an unexpected move to the bush opened my eyes to how much regional families are forced to go without, especially regarding essential services like childcare. Advocacy has always been part of who I am, however I never imagined it would lead me here. When you live in a community where families are continually forced to choose between care and career, between remaining in the workforce or staying at home, or between relocating for services or staying close to family, you eventually reach a point where you either accept the system as it is or decide to fight for something better. The Future Care Project is my way of choosing the latter. It's a stand against the idea that where you live should determine the quality of care your children receive or the opportunities you have as a parent or business owner to contribute and thrive. When we invest in children and empower parents we create the conditions for regional communities to thrive, now and into the future.

The Future Care Project has operated independently since its inception and we are also actively seeking partnerships, philanthropic alignment or sponsorship to continue our work.