Reconciliation Victoria is the state-wide body promoting reconciliation across Victoria. We promote deeper understanding, respect and justice for and with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
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NEW CO-CHAIR AND INAUGURAL PATRON FOR RECONCILIATION VICTORIA
Reconciliation Victoria is delighted to announce Vicky Peters MAICD as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Co-Chair.
Vicky Peters is a Dja Dja Wurrung and Yorta Yorta woman who brings considerable leadership experience to the position. She is currently Director First Nations Health at Eastern Health and was previously Director Indigenous Engagement at Swinburne University. Vicky has strong connections to community organisations and has significant Board experience, including as a Board Member of BreastScreen Victoria.
On her appointment, Ms Peters said, “I’m honoured to take on the role of Co-Chair and excited about the opportunity ahead. I look forward to working closely with my fellow Board members and the team, bringing my experience, energy and commitment to this role and building strong relationships along the way.”
Reconciliation Victoria is also humbled to announce that Dr Jill Gallagher AO, has accepted the honorary position of Reconciliation Victoria Patron.
Aunty Jill Gallagher is a proud Gunditjmara woman from Western Victoria, who has dedicated three decades to advancing Aboriginal health at VACCHO as CEO. Aunty Jill is a widely respected leader who has been recognised with accolades like the Order of Australia and induction into the Victorian Aboriginal Honour Roll and Victorian Honour Roll of Women. She was also Victorian Treaty Advancement Commissioner who set the foundation for the First Peoples Assembly of Victoria.
On becoming Reconciliation Victoria's inaugural Patron, Dr Gallagher said, "It is an honour to be given this opportunity to contribute to the great work of Reconciliation Victoria. Reconciliation remains vital to creating a future where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are respected and their cultures valued."
Professor Andrew Gunstone, Reconciliation Victoria Co-Chair said, “I am delighted to welcome Aunty Dr Jill Gallagher AO and Vicky Peters to Reconciliation Victoria and look forward to working with them, along with new CEO Chris Christoforou, as we enter into an exciting new era of leading reconciliation in this state. I also sincerely thank outgoing Co-Chair Aunty Gina Bundle OAM for all her wonderful contributions to Reconciliation Victoria, including her time on our Cultural Council."
For media enquiries contact Chris Christoforou, Chief Executive Officer on 0499 922 326
Vicky Peters is a Dja Dja Wurrung and Yorta Yorta woman who brings considerable leadership experience to the position. She is currently Director First Nations Health at Eastern Health and was previously Director Indigenous Engagement at Swinburne University. Vicky has strong connections to community organisations and has significant Board experience, including as a Board Member of BreastScreen Victoria.
On her appointment, Ms Peters said, “I’m honoured to take on the role of Co-Chair and excited about the opportunity ahead. I look forward to working closely with my fellow Board members and the team, bringing my experience, energy and commitment to this role and building strong relationships along the way.”
Reconciliation Victoria is also humbled to announce that Dr Jill Gallagher AO, has accepted the honorary position of Reconciliation Victoria Patron.
Aunty Jill Gallagher is a proud Gunditjmara woman from Western Victoria, who has dedicated three decades to advancing Aboriginal health at VACCHO as CEO. Aunty Jill is a widely respected leader who has been recognised with accolades like the Order of Australia and induction into the Victorian Aboriginal Honour Roll and Victorian Honour Roll of Women. She was also Victorian Treaty Advancement Commissioner who set the foundation for the First Peoples Assembly of Victoria.
On becoming Reconciliation Victoria's inaugural Patron, Dr Gallagher said, "It is an honour to be given this opportunity to contribute to the great work of Reconciliation Victoria. Reconciliation remains vital to creating a future where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are respected and their cultures valued."
Professor Andrew Gunstone, Reconciliation Victoria Co-Chair said, “I am delighted to welcome Aunty Dr Jill Gallagher AO and Vicky Peters to Reconciliation Victoria and look forward to working with them, along with new CEO Chris Christoforou, as we enter into an exciting new era of leading reconciliation in this state. I also sincerely thank outgoing Co-Chair Aunty Gina Bundle OAM for all her wonderful contributions to Reconciliation Victoria, including her time on our Cultural Council."
For media enquiries contact Chris Christoforou, Chief Executive Officer on 0499 922 326
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