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Equity, diversity and inclusion

The Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health (SMAH) at the University of Wollongong values diversity and aims to be an equitable, diverse, and inclusive place to work and study. We embrace the University of Wollongong's commitment to principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that our continued excellence in research and education can only be achieved by attracting and retaining a diverse blend of staff and students.

We acknowledge and pay respect to the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which the University of Wollongong is situated and to Indigenous staff and students who study and work among us. We pay our respects to Aboriginal Elders past and present, who are the knowledge holders and teachers. We acknowledge their continued spiritual and cultural connection to Country. As we share knowledge, teaching, learning and research within this Faculty we also pay respect to the knowledge embedded forever within the Aboriginal Custodianship of Country.

We strive to be welcoming and supportive of all staff and students regardless of gender and sexual identity, ethnic and cultural background, disability, age, family/carer responsibilities, economic background, political affiliation, and religious belief. This commitment extends to all Faculty members: academic staff, professional staff, students and visitors.

We commit to an ongoing culture of improvement, applying best practice, measuring and reflecting on our progress, active pursuit of internal feedback, and promotion of these values within our Schools, Faculty, and University.

Working with staff and students from across the Faculty, the SMAH Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Committee will develop initiatives to support these principles. Details will be added to this page as initiatives are developed and implemented.

EDI feedback: share your ideas, issues, and successes

Our Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Strategy

The SMAH Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Strategy defines our vision for what we want SMAH to be and the goals we need to accomplish to achieve this vision. The five overarching strategic goals will guide our actions, helping us to prioritise activities and ensure our actions lead to meaningful and agreed-upon outcomes across the Faculty.

Read the Strategy (PDF)
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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Resources

Pride Network details by Role and Unit

Name, location and contact details

Role at UOW

Unit

Ali Kimbrough (she/her)
Wollongong Campus

Early Career Researcher (also Circus and Yoga instructor outside of academia)

School of Science (SSCI)

Aimee Silla (she/her)
Wollongong Campus

Academic

School of Science (SSCI)

Alex Chan (he/him)
Liverpool Campus
Phone: (02) 8763 6019

Lecturer 

School of Nursing

Brooke Conroy (she/her)
Wollongong Campus

PhD Candidate

School of Science (SSCI)

Clare Johnson (she/her)
Office: 32.323
02 4221 5418
Wollongong Campus

Senior Technical Officer (also first aid officer and mental health contact)

SMAH Research Infrastructure Support Unit (RISU)

Clare Murphy (she/her)
office: 18.221
Wollongong Campus

Academic

School of Science (SSCI)

Diana King (she/her)
Wollongong Campus

Deputy Program Manager

Securing Antarctica’s Environmental Future ARC SRI (SAEF)

Evangelos Pappas (he/him)
Wollongong Campus

Professor and Associate Dean

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Georgia Watson (she/her)
Wollongong Campus

Research Assistant

Securing Antarctica’s Environmental Future ARC SRI (SAEF)

Harriet Simpson-Southward she/her 
Wollongong Campus 

PhD Candidate

School of Science (SSCI)

Helen Pratt (she/her)
02 4448 0892
Bega Valley Campus

Academic

School of Nursing

Jenny Fisher (she/her)
02 4221 5484
Wollongong Campus

Academic

School of Science (SSCI)

Kelly Lambert (she/her)
Wollongong Campus

Academic Program Director (Nutrition and Dietetics)

School of Medical, Indigenous and Health Sciences (MIHS)

Kerry Dawes (she/her)
Wollongong Hospital

Clinical Lecturer

Graduate School of Medicine

Kristy Blackburn (she/her)
Wollongong Campus

Honours Administration & Professional Officer

School of Science (SSCI)

Laura Mothersdill (she/her)
02 4221 5674 (office)
02 4221 3203 (prep)
Wollongong Campus

Senior Technical Officer and Team Leader

School of Science (SSCI)

Liz Halcomb (she/her)
Wollongong Campus

Academic

School of Nursing

Martina Sanderson-Smith (she/her)
02 4298 1935
Wollongong Campus

Academic

School of Science (SSCI)

Megan Thomas (they/them)
Wollongong Campus

Regional Academic Leader & GP (also Associate Head of School, EDI)

Graduate School of Medicine

Nicholas Deutscher (he/him)
Wollongong Campus

Academic

School of Science (SSCI)

Siobhan Heatwole (she/her)
Wollongong Campus

PhD Candidate

School of Science (SSCI)

Suzy Bowdler (she/her)
Sutherland Campus

Academic

School of Nursing

Yasmine Probst (she/her)
Wollongong Campus

Academic (also Associate Head of School, EDI)

School of Medical, Indigenous and Health Sciences (MIHS)
Anne McMahon (she/her) Wollongong Campus

Head of Students

School of Medical, Indigenous and Health Sciences (MIHS)

Arjun Radhakrishnan
(he/him)
Innovation Campus

PCOC Technical Support Officer

PCOC (Formerly AHSRI)

Joel Craddock (he/him)
Wollongong Campus

Academic

School of Medical, Indigenous and Health Sciences (MIHS)

Megan Kelly (she/her)
Wollongong Campus

Academic and Head of Students

School of Medical, Indigenous and Health Sciences (MIHS)

Jason Aquilina
(he/him)
02 4239 2275
Wollongong Campus

Senior Manager Research Operations

SMAH Office

Chiara Lyon
(she/they)
Wollongong Campus

Faculty Engagement Coordinator

SMAH Office

UOW Pride Network

Student Queer Collective

Equity Diversity and Inclusion Calendar

Embrace a journey of inclusivity and ignite meaningful conversations. Learn of upcoming celebrations and vital acknowledgments through our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Calendar. Save the dates that resonate with you, and join the movement towards a more empowered and inclusive society.

Celebrate and reflect: Browse our UOW Inclusion Calendar

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Contacts

  • Graduate School of Medicine – Sanaz Khanlari
  • School of Medical, Indigenous & Health Sciences – EOI
  • School of Nursing – Julee McDonagh
  • School of Science – EOI

Higher Degree Research Student Representatives

  • Expressions of interests (EOI) are being taken. 

Postgraduate Faculty Student Representative

  • EOI, Student Advisory Council Member

Undergraduate Faculty Student Representative

  • Emma Moses, School of Nursing & Student Advisory Council Member

Onshore International Faculty Student Representative

  • Bakhat Rawat, School of Science & Student Advisory Council Member