THE Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) has announced the recipients of the second annual PSA Faye McMillan Conference Grant as Timothy Hockam, Elizabeth Dening, and Kirralee Natty.
Inspired and supported by Prof McMillan, the annual grant offers an opportunity for First Nations pharmacists to attend the PSA National Conference (PSA24) next month, which will foster their professional development.
This year's three pharmacists are being sponsored by Care Pharmaceuticals, Hydralyte, and AstraZeneca ANZ.
McMillan, a Wiradjuri yinaa (woman) originally from Trangie, NSW, was the first Indigenous Australian to hold a western degree in pharmacy.
She congratulated all the recipients and said, "belonging is such a critical aspect of being part of a profession, and the relationship with PSA gives that feeling".
PSA National President Fei Sim said, "as we celebrate the recipients of the PSA Faye McMillan Conference Grant, PSA reaffirms our commitment to nurturing diversity and inclusion within the pharmacy profession".
"Supporting First Nations pharmacists is not just about equity; it's about recognising and harnessing the unique perspectives and contributions they bring to the healthcare landscape.
"Congratulations to Timothy, Elizabeth and Kirralee, we are excited to have you as part of this year's conference."
Marketing Manager of Care Pharmaceuticals and Hydralyte Joan Isaac and AstraZeneca Australia and New Zealand's Country President Ben McDonald both said that as sponsors, they recognised the achievements of indigenous pharmacists like McMillan in advancing healthcare equity, and their sponsorship would support culturally appropriate healthcare. JG
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