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Deep Dassanayake

Chief Operating Officer

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Deep is the Chief Operating Officer for Common Ground Queensland, bringing with him nearly two decades of experience in the community sector.
Deep joined Common Ground as Chief Operating Officer in March 2025, bringing with him nearly two decades of experience in the community sector, with a strong emphasis on housing and homelessness.
 
His extensive background includes expertise across a broad range of portfolios, including disability services, mental health, homelessness, as well as operational and program development. Deep is dedicated to promoting inclusion, collaboration, and long-term stability, with a focus on enhancing the wellbeing of individuals and addressing the diverse needs of those he supports.
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Common Ground Queensland

We provide rental accommodation to people who have experienced chronic homelessness (supportive housing) and to people who require access to affordable housing located in South Brisbane.  Tenants must meet eligibility requirements set out by the Department of Housing.

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Acknowledgement of Country

Common Ground Queensland acknowledges the Turrbal and Jagera/Yuggera peoples as the Owners and Custodians of the land and waters we live and work upon.
 
We recognise and respect the historic and continued connection to land and water including the deep spiritual connection and relationship that First Nations people have to Country.
 
We recognise sovereignty was never ceded.
 
Common Ground Queensland acknowledges the ongoing impacts of colonisation on First Nations people and is committed to working in partnership with First Nations people to address the impacts of colonisation.