Speak Out August 2016

Association news

The Board of Directors were extremely proud to present awards in the following categories at the 2016 Annual General Meeting held in Perth. The Board’s appreciation goes to the many people who took the time to research and prepare the nominations that assist the Association to recognise some of our outstanding colleagues. Members’ achievements recognised

Early Career Award The Early Career Award is granted by the Association to an early career- practising member in recognition of ongoing, valuable and voluntary service to the Association at either a National or Branch level. Speech Pathology Australia was pleased to award this prize to Alice Crook and Lucy Fitzsimons.

Early career award

Lucy Fitzsimons Lucy is a dynamic, dedicated and engaged member of the Western Australian Branch. Lucy has been involved in Branch activities during her time at university and has continued her service to the Association following graduation. On graduating, Lucy was a diligent member of the public affairs subcommittee, contributing to the success of events, including the Branch Annual General Meeting and Speech Pathology Week launch

Alice Crook Alice has been extensively involved in the Victorian Branch of Speech Pathology Australia, initially as a student representative, providing a vital link between students and the Branch, and more recently as a standing member of the Member Engagement Portfolio. Last year, Alice was one of two Branch members involved in planning and coordinating the Speech Pathology Australia stand

at the Pregnancy, Babies and Children’s Expo and was actively involved in the planning of member engagement events, including the Branch Speech Pathology Week trivia night. As a graduate clinician, Alice has also been involved in promoting Eastern Health’s Speech Pathology service to the community, both through Speech Pathology Week activities and promotion of the Book of the Year books to her clients’ carers.

event. When the opportunity arose to appoint a new public affairs lead within the Branch, Lucy was recognised as the most suitable candidate. Lucy is also a highly active member of a Branch task group, actioning strategic plan projects. Lucy has contributed to the achievement of a key Branch goal, the organisation and successful facilitation of a Consumer Forum for Parents and Caregivers of Children with Severe Language Impairment.

Meg Maggiore Meg has provided many

years of dedicated service to the Association in high level volunteer positions. She has been involved in the Western Australian Branch as well as serving as a National Director and Vice President Operations. Meg commenced her involvement in the Western Australian Branch as the leader of the Practice, Workplace and Government Portfolio – a position that required leading a small team of volunteers,

Association service

Service to the Association The Service to the Association Award is granted by the Association to members in recognition of ongoing, valuable and voluntary service to the Association at either a National or Branch level. In 2016, the Association recognised two highly deserving members of the Association, Meg Maggiore and Susan Park.

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