Olympian Wynd Joins Bike Auckland Board
Board Chair Karen Hormann says:
'Donna brings to Bike Auckland experience in governance and in transport policy. She contributes to both the academic and the general media debate on the topics which matter most to Aucklanders. Donna has a perspective on cycling that is both grassroots and high-level strategy thanks to her experience.'
Wynd has been cycling in Auckland for many decades as a recreational rider, commuter and New Zealand cycling representative.
New board member Wynd shares:
'While cycling infrastructure in Auckland has improved over time, there is still a long way to go to make cycling safe and enjoyable for everyone. I'm excited about helping achieve that by serving on the Bike Auckland Board. It's a crucial period for shaping the future of transport in our beautiful region.'
Wynd brings experience in transport policy to the role as well as an understanding of how transport impacts on individuals and communities. She has worked as an economic and policy analyst and has experience in social policy, housing and public health.
Wynd was a member of the Alternative Transport Funding Group set up by previous Auckland Mayor Len Brown. Her work in the NGO sector is informed by a strong equity lens, and her governance experience includes serving as a board chair.
Her social policy and public health research has been published in a number of respected academic journals. She is also a contributor to mainstream media, her writing appearing in many of our major NZ media outlets.
Chief Biking Officer Fiáin d'Leafy welcomes the appointment:
'We love Donna's massive commitment to active transport, and transport equity. We love that she is a proud south Aucklander and a strong voice for South Auckland's communities.'
New Zealand Olympian #751, Wynd represented Aotearoa New Zealand in track cycling at the Atlanta 1996 Olympic Games and the Victoria 1994 Commonwealth Games, where she won a spectacular bronze medal.
A born and bred Aucklander, Wynd is a proud member of the Ōtāhuhu community.
She joins an experienced board of five at community organisation Bike Auckland. Bike Auckland advocates for a better region for people on bikes.
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