Community Panel EOI

March 13, 2025

Expression of Interest

SWAMS Community Panel

SWAMS is seeking Community members to join the new SWAMS Community Panel. The Community Panel will play a key role in helping improve services at SWAMS by:

• Identifying and promoting local health and wellbeing priorities.
• Providing feedback on key programs such as Tackling Indigenous Smoking, Drug and Alcohol services, and the suicide prevention program.
• Contributing to the review and development of research projects.

This a paid opportunity:

We are looking for community members who are:

• Committed to improving Aboriginal health and wellbeing in the region.
• Interested in learning how local Aboriginal health data is collected and used to inform services and programs.
• Have an interest in research or wish to learn more about it.

Eligibility

While the Community Panel is primarily for Aboriginal people, we also welcome non-Aboriginal
allies to apply.

What’s involved?

• Commitment: You will be required to attend up to 10 meetings or workshops per year.
• Compensation: You will be paid a stipend for your time and attendance at meetings and
  workshops.
• Training and Support: You will receive training and ongoing support from experienced
  Aboriginal health researchers.
• Workshops: These will be held in-person, with travel support provided.
• The Community Panel will begin in May.
  For more information, please contact the SWAMS Research Team at research@swams.com.au or
  Emma Haynes at 0414 450 134.

Alternatively, you can attend an introductory workshop at the following times and locations:

How to Join:
If you would like to join, please complete the Expression of Interest (EOI) form, which you can collect at any SWAMS clinic or register your interest below.

Register your interest

Please note, the EOI deadline is 18 April 2025.

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