Teresa was an Industrial Organiser for NZ Actors Equity. She held this position for the past 6 years and has worked for Unions for over 15 years. Her role involved the representation of Actors in negotiations, mediation and also education about their rights with a general aim to improve the working life of performers in New Zealand. She is now working as a freelance educator in the Creative Sector and a representative for negotiations, dispute resolution, lobbying etc.

Teresa continues to be involved in the Coalition of Creative Unions & Guilds which provides a strong voice for creatives including actors, writers, musicians, directors, technicians. She wants to continue to ensure creatives' issues are addressed across the industry and at a government level. Empowerment is at the root of Teresa's work and to be involved in an industry group such as WIFT is vitally important.