Helen Sullivan is the Dean of the ANU College of Asia and the Pacific and a Professor at the Australian National University (ANU). She specializes in governance and public participation and her expertise are in collaborative governance, citizen involvement, policy reform, and urban governance. Holding degrees in History, Political Science, Women’s Studies, and a PhD in Public Policy, Helen's research has led to numerous significant publications. She has a rich history of advising governments and developing educational initiatives, recognized by various accolades in public policy and administration. Her current work explores governance in austerity-stricken cities and the social dynamics of coal seam gas industries.