A Massive Thank You to all for joining the African Australian Advocacy Centre‘s End of Year Gathering and Annual General Meeting held last Saturday. Your participation, enthusiasm, and insightful contributions made this event a celebration of community impact. It was an incredible opportunity for the AAAC team to share our work, connect with inspiring professionals, and showcase the positive strides we’re making in strengthening our communities. Together, we’re driving meaningful change and building a brighter future.
A huge thank you to our amazing speakers, partners, and volunteers who helped make this event successful. Your support strengthens our community and the vital work we’re doing together.
Special thanks to our outstanding keynote speakers and Community/faith leaders:
- Abula, Western Sydney Health District, thank you for your important work raising awareness about African communities’ health issues.
- Dr. Vin Ogu, Chair of Africa Health Australia (AHA) for your insightful presentation on the work of AHA and its impact on the community.
- Dr Uchechukwu Osuagwu, Senior Lecturer & Academic Lead, Rural Health, Western Sydney University, for shedding light on the opportunities and realities of life in rural health.
- Benita Omewu, CEO & Co-founder of Rose Breast Health (RBH), for your powerful talk on breaking barriers in breast cancer awareness and care. Our community and faith leaders, Dr. Stephanie Fletcher-Lartey, Olivia Wellesley-Cole, and Stella Nwosu. And a special mention to the Cancer Survivor’s Journey testimony — your strength and resilience continue to inspire us all.
Let’s continue the conversation and work together to positively impact our community. I’m excited about what’s to come and look forward to our continued collaborations and new partnerships.
Daniel Gobena Patrick Okimaru, MBA Joshua Kalemba Delphine Yandamutso Matshepo M Jane Chimungeni-Brassington, PhD Adhis Cole Sharon Orapeleng Wonder Satiya Peter Ndayishimiye Michaela Gyasi-Agyei Lydie Gakindi Idil Sudi Dr. Sarah Williams
Jacklin M Rose Mekonnen Itu Mphaga Chibuikem Michael Adilieme
Once again, thank you all.
