Jessica Walker

Jessica Walker
Head of Policy, Communications and Systems Change
Bachelor of Media Studies (Journalism)
Master of Communications (Public Relations)
Jessica Walker is the Summer Foundation’s Head of Policy, Communications and Systems Change. She joined the Summer Foundation in 2024, following more than 15 years in senior leadership roles in government, including at the National Disability Insurance Agency. Jessica brings broad experience in disability and social policy, communications and government relations.
In her role at Summer Foundation, she is responsible for policy development and analysis, government relations and marketing and communications.
Jessica is deeply committed to building inclusive communities and ensuring the National Disability Insurance Scheme achieves the transformation promised for people with disability. Jessica also sits on the board of Banyule Community Health.