56 Squats for 56 Australians Eight staff from Northern Sydney Local Health District’s Sexual Assault Service (SAS), along with two colleagues from PARVAN Services, are raising funds and awareness for breast cancer research through the National Breast Cancer Foundation’s Squat Challenge. The team has committed to doing 56 squats per day for the month of March, representing the 56 Australians diagnosed with breast cancer each day. SAS clinical leads Julie Porteous and Jessie Chung were inspired to start the challenge as they both have close friends currently undergoing treatment. “It was my idea to join the squat challenge, as I live about an hour away from my friend and haven’t been able to do much to help her while she is having chemo,” said Julie. “I asked Jessie if she wanted to do it too and she said yes, and then we thought we would ask our team. There was a surprising amount of interest from the wider team. We bought merchandise and have an unofficial team slogan – From pancakes to peaches.” So far, the team has raised $3,500 and is enjoying the challenge, sharing videos of recently graduated from the prestigious program, while NSLHD’s Acting Director for Operations Integration James Inglis has been selected to participate in the next cohort. The International Hospital Federation Young Executive Leaders program brings together emerging healthcare leaders from around the world to strengthen leadership capability, foster collaboration and support the exchange of ideas across international health systems. Members of the program gain access to international networking opportunities, global education resources and the chance to learn from high performing healthcare organisations. Simon, who attended the IHF World Hospital Congress in Geneva last year for the program’s graduation ceremony, said the nine month experience had been an invaluable opportunity to connect with healthcare leaders from across the world. “The program has been an incredible
their squats in scenic locations with their children and pets. “The support we’ve received has been amazing,” she said. The team aims to raise vital funds for world- class research, supporting Australians impacted by breast cancer. Donations can be made via the team’s page: https://fundraise.nbcf.org.au/fundraisers/ SASsySquatSquad
Dr Harleen Kaur, a paediatrician who is pregnant, Jessie Chung, SAS Clinical Lead, Lauren Janes, CPCS counsellor, me (SAS Clinical Lead), Haylee Shakespeare, SAS Counsellor, Chebun Husovic, SAS counsellor, Calli Goninan, SAS Manager.
leaders recognised in international program Two Northern Sydney Local Health District staff members are being recognised on the global stage through their involvement in the International Hospital Federation (IHF) Young Executive Leaders program. NSLHD Executive Director, Strategy and Office of the Chief Executive Simon Radmore
opportunity to learn, collaborate and connect with passionate healthcare leaders from around the world who are committed to advancing innovation and equity in healthcare,” he said. “The insights, learnings and connections formed through the program will stay with me throughout my career.” James said he was looking forward to learning from global colleagues and contributing to conversations about the future of healthcare leadership. “This is an incredible opportunity to connect with international colleagues, share ideas and learn from leaders working across different health systems,” he said. “I’m very grateful for the support from the district and the opportunity to take part in the program.”
James Inglis and Simon Radmore
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