Meet our Newest Team Member
9 November 2026
We’re excited to welcome Maiye Rigney to the GO team as our new Scholarships Program Manager in Adelaide!
A Ngarrindjeri woman from the Lower River Murray, Fleurieu Peninsula and Coorong region, Maiye now lives on Kaurna Country in Adelaide. She brings experience across the Australian Public Service, Indigenous Program delivery, Early Childhood Education and healthcare as a Registered Nurse. She’s always loved creating opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through culturally safe, community-led programs.
And it’s this same commitment that drew her to GO.
“I was driven by the opportunity to empower the next generation through education, culture and connection,” she says.
As Scholarships Program Manager, Maiye is looking forward to getting to know GO Scholars and Alumni, building supportive relationships and creating opportunities for them to explore what’s possible. She’s also excited to contribute to the continued growth of the GO Program in Adelaide and beyond.
At the centre of Maiye’s approach is a belief in what people can achieve when they have opportunities to grow and the right support around them. She’s passionate about leading with empathy and kindness, and the role that positive role models can play in shaping young people’s journeys.
“Strong role models matter because if you can see it, you can be it.”
It’s a message she hopes our Scholars carry with them, alongside her advice to make the most of the opportunities that come their way.
“Education is a lifelong journey. Say yes to opportunities, try new things, be kind to others and never forget your connections to people and community.”
When she’s not at GO, Maiye enjoys spending time with family and friends, staying active and making time for the beach – her favourite place to relax and recharge.
We’re thrilled to have Maiye on board, and we can’t wait to see the connections she makes with Scholars, Alumni and the wider GO community!