I am an Occupational Therapy student at Griffith University, balancing study, placement, and family life as a Mum of three. My experiences, both personally and professionally, have shaped a strong sense of resilience, perspective, and purpose in the way I approach my work.

I have lived across NSW and SEQ, with the opportunity to spend time in remote, rural, and urban communities. Those experiences have given me a unique lens on the world and a deeper understanding of how context, access, and environment shape people’s lives. I’ve also lived overseas completing humanitarian work, which further broadened my perspective and reinforced my commitment to meaningful, people-centred work.

I am someone who values growth, reflection, and doing things properly. I take pride in being reliable, thoughtful, and able to see both the bigger picture and the small details that matter. I’m drawn to work that has real impact, whether that’s supporting individuals directly or contributing to broader, system-level change.

Alongside my studies, I tutor and mentor First Nations students, which has strengthened my commitment to advocacy, equity, and culturally responsive practice.

At my core, I’m grounded, driven, and people-focused. I care about doing meaningful work, showing up well for others, and continuing to grow into a professional who makes a genuine difference.

I will contribute to improving Indigenous health by providing care that is culturally safe, strengths-based, and grounded in genuine partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. I recognise that health outcomes are shaped not only by clinical care, but by history, access, trust, and the broader social and cultural determinants of health.

Having lived across NSW and Queensland in remote, rural, and urban communities, as well as completing humanitarian work overseas, I bring a broad perspective on how context shapes health and access to care. These experiences have reinforced the importance of flexible, responsive, and community-informed practice.

I also bring the perspective of being a mother who has had to navigate complex health systems on behalf of my child. I understand the constant juggle, the need to advocate, and the difference between care that feels supportive versus care that feels dismissive or fragmented. This has shaped how I approach communication, continuity, and respect in healthcare.

In practice, I prioritise listening, building trust, and working collaboratively with individuals, families, and communities. I am committed to ongoing learning from Indigenous voices and working alongside Aboriginal health workers and community leaders to ensure my practice is culturally responsive and appropriate.

Beyond individual care, I aim to advocate for more equitable systems by addressing barriers to access and supporting community-led approaches. I want to contribute to healthcare environments where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples feel heard, respected, and empowered in their care.