Karolina Gerlich, CEO of The Care Workers’ Charity, is a relentless advocate for the rights and well-being of care workers. With over 12 years of firsthand experience as a care worker and more than 8 years dedicated to advocacy, Karolina works tirelessly to ensure care workers are recognised as skilled professionals and receive the support they deserve. Her unwavering commitment to the sector was recently acknowledged with a Special Recognition Award at the WAGS 2024, highlighting her significant contributions to improving the lives of care workers. Karolina serves on multiple advisory boards and holds a position on the Leadership Board for the Impact Centre, continuing to drive positive change within the care sector and leaving a lasting impact on countless individuals.