NSLHD welcomes advisor on Aboriginal Culture and Health
Tavia Bernsdorff, Aboriginal Health, Aunty Sue and Anthony Schembri, Chief Executive, NSLHD
Aunty Sue Pinckham was welcomed to the district as the Co-Chair of the NSLHD Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Committee and special advisor on Aboriginal Culture and Health.
NSLHD Chief Executive Anthony Schembri said he looked forward
These include the NSW Aboriginal Gathering (Aged and Disability Services), Wirringa Baiya Aboriginal Woman’s Legal Service (Co-founder and past Chair), Gadigal Information Board member, and Sydney World Pride.
“She will also work alongside our clinicians and managers in revitalising Bungee Bidgel and provide advice on the work developing a specialist diabetes and high-risk foot service for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Northern Sydney,” Anthony said. “We are fortunate to have the opportunity to learn and work alongside Aunty Sue and our Aboriginal Health colleagues to ensure we do all that we can to close the gap in Northern Sydney.”
to the input of Aunty Sue. “Aunty Sue has a long and distinguished record of
addressing the gap of health disparities in Northern Sydney and has served on many hospital and district working groups and committees,” he said.
“Aunty Sue will work with the Aboriginal Health Team and
myself to refresh our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Committee and provide cultural advice, support and connection with our leadership teams.
Aunty Sue’s commitment to the Aboriginal community is
demonstrated through her diverse committee and board appointments.
Aunty Sue may be contacted via the Aboriginal Health Unit: https://bit.ly/4hxR1lg
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