Aboriginal Strategic Development Officer, Barbie Fusitu'a has been recognised for her exceptional compassionate and professional service and support.
Chief Executive at Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District prides Barbie on embodying the CORE values and going above and beyond in the growth and development of the Aboriginal workforce in NSW Health.
“Barbie is a leader amongst her peers providing exceptional service and support in improving culturally appropriate health care for Aboriginal peoples and communities. I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to Barbie on this extraordinary achievement,” says Lee.
She has been praised for her ability to think beyond our standard health system to improve and advocate for culturally appropriate health care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities, while improving our systems and workforce making her an invaluable leader at Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District.
Director Aboriginal Health, Rachel Scobie said Barbie thoroughly deserves this award.
Barbie’s innovative thinking, phenomenal work ethic, and commitment to making lasting change for Aboriginal people is why she is such a deserving winner of this award.
"Barbie has a passion for achieving real change on the ground, that is supported by system and attitude development that makes the change sustainable. Inclusiveness and a positive approach that have the community at its heart have been a hallmark of her work.”
Aboriginal Strategic Development Officer, Barbie Fusitu'a says she is grateful to receive this recognition.
“I enjoy working in a system that plays such a vital role in keeping the community healthy. I feel that who I am, what I do, and my values are due to a number of other people: my family, my children, my community and my colleagues. I’d like to thank my colleagues in the Aboriginal Health Unit for making work enjoyable and always interesting,” says Barbie.
Congratulations Barbie on this extraordinary achievement and thank you for your commitment to our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Nominees for the category included Brendon Kendall, Brian Hunt, Donna Jory, Annette Campbell, Georgia Hammond, Kylie Lawton, and Eliesha Howell. Well done on receiving important recognition from your colleagues and peers.
