Category: CEO News

Dear members, With the end of 2020 fast approaching I cannot help but look back on the year that was and the lasting impact the events will have on our future. Whilst COVID-19 has impacted all our lives, the way we work, the way we socialise and the way we connect with family, friends, colleagues … Continued

Dear members, October has drawn to a close with the passing of the torch from one board to another. We were delighted to see all of the positions filled and to wish our new Directors all the best at AIDA’s first ever online AGM on Saturday, 31 October. For members who missed the AGM you … Continued

Dear members, As we farewell September and welcome October and the easing of restrictions and borders opening, I can’t help but reflect on the year to date. Universities and colleges are seeking innovative ways to support students and trainees during these uncertain times in an attempt to minimize the impact of COVID-19. The enormous amount … Continued

Dear members, Another busy month in the space of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and wellbeing has seen moves toward meaningful change. With COVID-19 isolating many of us from usual social engagements, it was fabulous to see AIDA members and supporters come together in Darwin for a night at Pee Wee’s at the Point. … Continued

Dear members, I hope this issue of Ward Round finds you all in good health following an extremely busy July for health professionals nationally.  In this issue you will see that the Secretariat has been busy in the areas of policy and communications. First, AIDA welcomes the historic signing of the National Agreement on Closing the … Continued

Dear members, I hope that we are all keeping safe and connected during these unpredictable and trying times. We have had an intense first half of the year and as we adjust to the new normal, one thing I do know is that as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples we are resilient and strong. … Continued

Dear members, Welcome to 2020, I hope you and your family and friends are safe and well. This summer has been a sad and shocking time for many parts of Australia, with fire devastating the landscape across the nation.  We have all seen the overwhelming loss of human life, property, wildlife, and vegetation.  I extend … Continued

Dear Members, Friday, 6 December 2019, Save this date! AIDA will be holding our final Member Networking Event for 2019, this time in Canberra. I hope to see you all there! Since bidding Darwin farewell, October continued to be a busy month. The Secretariat are busy reviewing key priorities and planning for the next 12 … Continued

Dear Members It’s Conference time and the office is buzzing!  Secretariat staff are busy finalising registrations, travel and program activities for what’s shaping up to be another great AIDA conference.  We have a full program rich in scientific, cultural and practical content as well as dynamic keynote speakers who will challenge the status quo, inviting … Continued

Dear members, It is such a pleasure and honour to be appointed as Chief Executive Officer of AIDA, which has such a strong history of advocating for and contributing to equitable health and life outcomes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.  Whilst I am missing my family and hometown of Darwin, it is a … Continued