Trigger Warning: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are advised that the video has an image of a deceased person.
Article date: 16 Sep 2024
For Dementia Action Week 2024, we hosted a powerful Conversation Salon: "The Bold and Unapologetic Voices We Need in Dementia Research, Policy, and Advocacy." This insightful recorded conversation is now available for you to watch at your convenience!
In this session, three remarkable dementia advocates, Gwenda Darling, Theresa Flavin, and Bobby Redman, share their experiences and insights on fostering greater inclusivity in dementia-related work. The conversation, facilitated by A/Prof Anita Goh, AAG Board member and Principal Research Fellow at the National Ageing Research Institute (NARI).
Key takeaways include:
- Why inclusivity is vital in dementia research and care.
- Common challenges to building inclusive environments.
- Practical tips to implement in your own work.
This engaging and solutions-focused discussion will leave you inspired and equipped to contribute to a more inclusive, collaborative future for people living with dementia.
Access the recording anytime and discover how we can make a difference together.
“I recently listened to the Dementia Action Week – Conversation Salon facilitated by Dr Anita Goh and I wanted to express my sincere thanks and gratitude to the guests, Gwenda Darling, Theresa Flavin and Bobby Redman for their time and willingness to share their experiences, to Anita for her fabulous facilitation and to the AAG for putting this together. I have shared and recommended this video to my team and I am keen to take the humbling lessons learnt in this to areas of my practice.”
Sarah B, Senior Manager for an Aged Care provider in South Australia, 24/09/2024
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Pictured:
Top, Gwenda Darling and Anita Goh
Bottom, Theresa Flavin and Bobby Redman
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