Meet Our Board

AACS’ Board of Directors is elected annually, and comprises individuals with a diverse range of skills and backgrounds. All board members are from the local area and, as such, have a strong affinity for the organisation and the community that it serves.

The Board meets monthly to discuss strategic objectives, review progress, maintain financial oversight, update policies and set priorities moving forward.

Caner Bozdagci

President

Caner became a Director of Australian Anatolian Community Services (AACS) in 2024 and was elected President in 2026. Prior to joining the Board, he had been an active member of the Co-operative for many years.

Caner’s strong commitment to social services, social justice, and serving his community underpins the strategic leadership he brings to AACS. As President, he works closely with the Board and management team to establish the organisation’s long-term goals, strategies, plans, and policies, supporting AACS in achieving its purpose and serving the community effectively.

Eddie O'Sydney

Secretary

Eddie has been an active community member for many years and was elected as a director four years ago. He has been voluntarily involved in all of our events, functions and community hubs and performs his duties in good faith, with care, and in the best interests of the non-profit. Eddie works with the Board to ensure that programs are in place to further the mission and goals of the organisation.

Abdurrahman (Adnan) Bozdagci

Director

Abdurrahman has been a volunteer for our community for over 20 years and also served as the elected president and an active member of AACS for over 15 years. Adnan works well with diverse communities and is actively involved in community events and gatherings. His commitment to social services and justice, and an interest in working for his community, underpins the strategic leadership he provides. Adnan works with the Board and management team to establish long term goals, strategies, plans and policies.

Deniz Simsek

Director

Deniz has been an active member of our community centre for over 20 years, supporting and volunteering where possible. Deniz was appointed as a director of the board for Australian Anatolian Community Services in 2024, supporting the Chair, Secretary and Directors in ensuring the smooth functioning of the Management Committee.

Yusuf Erdogdu

Director

Yusuf became a director in 2018, and since this time, has worked hard to ensure that the organisation is operating in accordance with its mission and purposes.