Rosemary is a proud Ngarabul woman from New South Wales, deeply connected to her culture and committed to improving health and wellbeing outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. With almost two decades of experience across government, consulting, not-for-profit and community-controlled sectors, Rosemary brings experience in senior leadership in policy, program design, and evaluation.
Currently serving as Executive Manager, Policy and Consulting at the Lowitja Institute, Rosemary leads a multidisciplinary work program, delivering strategic policy advice, research, and reform initiatives. Her expertise spans Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander co-design, intergovernmental relations, and the evaluation of complex health and social policies, with a strong focus on culturally safe, community-led approaches.
Rosemary is a strategic and analytical leader, experienced in navigating complex systems, influencing across sectors, and providing clear, evidence-informed advice to senior decision-makers. Grounded in community and driven by a strong sense of responsibility to her mob, Rosemary is committed to strengthening systems so that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices are prioritised and communities thrive.