Terrieanne Hughes
Manager of Aboriginal Services and Development
DV WEST
Terrieanne is a strong proud Wiradjuri woman who has been raised and lived on Dharug land, with over 15 years of experience in Aboriginal program management.
Terrieanne has worked for DV West in the Domestic and Family Violence sector for 7 years however has extensive experience within Aboriginal Health for majority of her career.
As the Manager of Aboriginal Services and Development, Terrieanne plays a key role in shaping strategies for reconciliation and cultural understanding for DV West, is the driving force on improving cultural competency, develops policies and oversees the service delivery of crisis accommodation, transitional housing and outreach supports for Aboriginal women and children impacted by domestic and family violence.
SESSIONS
Day 1
4:00
Wirrawee Gunya: Aboriginal Women and Childrens Domestic Violence Service
Model of support- how an Aboriginal service can work within a mainstream organisation
Providing culturally safe crisis accommodation, transitional housing and outreach services
The importance of local Aboriginal women leading services that are culturally safe and appropriate
Terrieanne Hughes, Manager of Aboriginal Services and Development, DV WEST