About Us
Safer Pathways Foundation was born from a simple yet powerful belief: no one should live in fear.
Together, We Can Stop The Violence
Behind every child trafficking rescue mission, every safety intervention, and every survivor's story is a team of people who refuse to stand by while others suffer.
Our Journey to Action
Our founder, Grant Killen, envisioned an organisation that would take direct, life-saving action to protect the most vulnerable. Since our inception, we have provided hands-on safety pathways for those at risk of Domestic and Family Violence and worked to prevent child trafficking across Australia and Southeast Asia. Today, our mission is more urgent than ever.
With over 1 billion women globally at risk of Domestic and Family Violence and 30 million children trafficked every year, our goal is clear: to save 1% of these lives annually. This may sound like a small number, but 1% means saving 300,000 lives each year. Every rescue mission, every relocation, and every security upgrade helps us inch closer to that goal.
Key to Our Success
We partner with trusted organisations for a coordinated crisis response. Our Veteran Empowerment Program engages veterans, utilising their elite skill sets for enhanced safety.
Our Team of Heroes
Our work is powered by the efforts of volunteers, veterans, Government Agencies, and specialised support workers who are all committed to creating a safer future. Together, we ensure that no one has to face violence or trafficking alone.
How We Make a Difference
We take a hands-on approach, delivering life-saving interventions where they’re needed most. Whether it’s providing emergency relocation for domestic violence survivors, leading rescue missions to free children from trafficking, or creating a safe and secure environment, Safer Pathways ensures that every action counts.
Meet the Experts Behind Safer Pathways
Our team is made up of passionate professionals from various fields, including veterans, Government Agencies experts, support workers, and legal advocates, all united by one goal: to protect lives and create a world free from violence. Every member of our team plays a critical role in making our vision a reality.
Grant Killen
Founder & CEO
Grant Killen is a specialised security expert in the Family and Domestic Violence sector. Grant has served as a Royal Australian Navy as a Clearance Diver, Queensland Police Officer and security advisor within a variety of high-risk environments, he has led protective operations ranging from international deployments to safeguarding political figures. Highly regarded in the Domestic and Family Violence sector, Grant is known for his ability to merge advanced security strategies with a compassionate, survivor-centered approach.
Grant Killen
Founder & CEO
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Sarah Vuzem
Director
Sarah Vuzem brings decades of experience in supporting families and individuals affected by Domestic and Family Violence and homelessness. Her comprehensive expertise spans crisis response, case management, counselling, and behaviour change programs. Sarah's commitment to trauma-informed care and systemic improvement has driven meaningful changes in support services and policy throughout her career in the community sector.
Sarah Vuzem
Director
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Clay Watts
Director
Clay Watts combines unique operational experience from roles in the RAN Clearance Diving Teams, Special Air Service Regiment and Australian Federal Police Air Marshal Program. His extensive background includes twelve combat deployments including a two year exchange posting to Virginia with a US Navy SEAL Team . As a cancer survivor, Clay also advocates for health awareness and brings both physical and emotional resilience to his leadership role.
Clay Watts
Director
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Christopher Henry
Digital Strategy
Christopher Henry combines entrepreneurial acumen with digital innovation expertise. His background in building and scaling technology-driven organisations brings valuable strategic insight to digital infrastructure and growth initiatives. As Digital Strategy Advisor, Christopher helps ensure the foundation leverages technology effectively to expand its reach and maximise its life-saving impact across communities.
Christopher Henry
Digital Strategy
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