Graham Mary
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Mary "Mallamar" Graham founded the Aboriginal Health Team at the Gawler Health Service. She was awarded for her service and dedication posthumously with her name added to the Women's Honour Roll of 2015.
Extract from the 2015 South Australian Women's Honour Roll: A shining light in Aboriginal health care Mary was a proud Kaurna, Narrunga, Ngarrindjeri woman from Point Pearce. She started as a volunteer at the Gawler Health Service running a support group but soon became the first Aboriginal Health Worker at the Service. In this role Mary soon identified that Aboriginal people did not regularly access the service and did not attend regular GP appointments. In 2015, because of her leadership and initiative, the service now runs Nunga Clinics that provide a comfortable and inclusive space for Aboriginal people to access health services.
Mary’s vision for Aboriginal people was much broader than access to health care - she truly sought respect and reconciliation as well. This vision helped to transform the Gawler Health Service into a culturally respectful service where all staff have an understanding of cultural differences and barriers to participation.
Mary’s impact on her community will be a lasting memorial to her vision and commitment to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people in her region.
Please <click here> to read about more South Australian women recognised on the 2015 Honour Roll.
Please <click here> to view photos of Mary Graham.
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