Val is a Senior Orthoptist Patient Educator with Glaucoma Australia. She has a diverse career spanning various sectors including private orthoptic practice, disability, rehabilitation, education, low vision, clinical research, ophthalmic practice, and practice management. As an Associate Lecturer at the University of Sydney in Orthoptics, Val has also contributed to shaping the next generation of professionals in the field. Val’s commitment to Orthoptics and patient care is evident through her active involvement with Orthoptics Australia (OA), where she served on both Federal and State Councils of Management from 1993 to 2012, including holding the position of OA Federal President. Val's contributions have been recognised with prestigious accolades, including being the inaugural recipient of the Paediatric Orthoptic Award in 1999 and receiving the honour of OA Fellow in 2007.

Tash is also a Senior Orthoptist Patient Educator with Glaucoma Australia. With over 21 years of extensive experience in tertiary public health, private ophthalmology, and the not-for-profit sector, Natasha holds a wealth of knowledge and a passion for supporting individuals affected by eye disease, low vision, and permanent disability. Her background includes roles at The Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, Vision Eye Institute, and Guide Dogs Victoria, where she developed her expertise in patient care. Additionally, her academic involvement at La Trobe University has allowed her to mentor the next generation of orthoptists, further showcasing her dedication to the field.