Cat Sutherland brings over 30 years of experience as a Police Inspector, where she led transformative work across frontline policing, public protection, and strategic policy development.

She championed gender equity within the criminal justice system and mentored the next generation of leaders, creating systemic change through inclusive partnerships and forward-thinking policy.

Cat now serves as Vice Chair of the UK Civil Service Women’s Alliance and as Resolutions Convenor for Graduate Women International, contributing to national and international advocacy efforts. After retraining as a certified Health and Wellness Coach, she supports women to prioritise wellbeing as a foundation for empowerment.

With a leadership style rooted in lived experience, Cat integrates public service, community engagement, and wellbeing advocacy to dismantle barriers and promote a future where all women can thrive. She joined NAWO to help shape inclusive, impactful solutions at both structural and personal levels.