Message from the chief executive
Adjunct Professor Anthony M. Schembri AM
Dear colleagues,
focusing on the impact of menopause in the workplace, highlighting that it is not just a personal journey but a workplace issue that affects 50 per cent of our workforce. By fostering more inclusive environments our district can better support colleagues during this time in their lives. I want to thank our People and Culture team, and all involved for making this event a success. Two finalists from NSLHD won awards at the 2024 NSW Health Awards, with the planetary health team receiving the Environmental Sustainability Award for its project on baseline emissions and a net zero pathway, while the Parental Leave Understanding and Support (PLUS) program, led by the RNSH emergency department, won the People and Culture Award for its support of new working parents in emergency medicine. Congratulations to both winners and to our other district finalist for being shortlisted across three award categories. Finally I am pleased to invite you to the 2024 NSLHD Annual Public Meeting, taking place on 22 November from 3:00 to 4:00 PM. This year’s theme is Research and Clinical Trials. If you wish to join us in person, please RSVP by emailing: NSLHD-media@health. nsw.gov.au, or join online using this link: https://bit.ly/NSLHD-APM-2024. I do hope you can join us to celebrate the achievements of the past 12 months and encourage everyone to attend and participate in this annual event. Adjunct Professor Anthony M. Schembri AM Chief Executive Northern Sydney Local Health District
As we conclude Mental Health Month, let us continue the spirit of self-care and connection that has been highlighted throughout this period. Prioritising mental health and supporting one another is vital, not just during this month but every day. I had the great pleasure to attend the Mental Health Drug and Alcohol (MHDA) Rewards and Recognition 2024 event at Hornsby RSL, where we celebrated the incredible work of our MHDA teams. It was a wonderful way to recognise their dedication and tireless efforts in supporting those most vulnerable in our community. This past week, our hospital teams were involved in the mock Short Notice Accreditation assessments. These exercises are critical in ensuring we are fully prepared for the upcoming formal accreditation. I appreciate everyone’s efforts to prepare for the accreditation that help ensure we deliver the highest quality care to patients. It was a pleasure to launch our first Sexual and Gender-Based Harassment Safety Plan with NSW Health Secretary Susan Pearce, Board Chair Trevor Danos and Executive Director of People and Culture Paula Williscroft. The plan guides managers and staff on how to foster and enable a supportive workplace. World Menopause Day was an important occasion for us, marked by the Minister for Women, the Hon. Jodie Elizabeth Harrison, MP, visiting the Menopause Hub. Having a menopause hub located at Royal North Shore Hospital is a great service for the women of Sydney’s northern suburbs. The district also held a menopause awareness-raising event, where I was pleased to take part in a panel discussion,
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