Meet the Aboriginal Affairs team
Aboriginal Affairs NSW prides itself on being a leader in self-determination, policy reform, truth telling, and black excellence.
Our Team
Aboriginal Affairs NSW is proud to be a leader in Aboriginal employment and development. We work with the diverse Aboriginal communities across NSW, and our team reflects this diversity. Over 50% of staff, including senior leadership, identify as Aboriginal.
We have committed to promoting self-determination, policy reform, truth telling and black excellence.
Our Leadership team
There are four directorates within Aboriginal Affairs NSW, each lead by a director. These all fall under the Deputy Secretary.
Shane Hamilton, Deputy Secretary
Jennifer Mar Young, Executive Director, Community Partnerships
Trish Oxford, Executive Director, Truth and Healing
Tim Ireland, Executive Director, Reform and Innovation
Sarah Paddington, Director, Strategic Support
Healing Spirit, Deadly Futures
In 2023, staff at Aboriginal Affairs NSW came together to heal, connect and create a new vision. View the "Healing Spirit, Deadly Futures" video that captures their journey.
Healing Spirit, Deadly Futures
Contact Aboriginal Affairs
Office address: Level 6, 201 Coward Street, Mascot NSW 2020
Postal address: PO Box 207, Mascot NSW 2020