New leadership for PSA Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pharmacy Practice CSI
7 May 2025
The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) is proud to announce the appointment of a new leadership group for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pharmacy Practice (ATSIPP) Community of Specialty Interest (CSI), chaired by respected pharmacist and proud Nywaigi Mamu woman, Chastina Heck MPS.
The ATSIPP CSI plays a vital role in championing culturally safe pharmacy practices, supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander pharmacists, and improving health outcomes across communities. With the appointment of this new leadership group, PSA reaffirms its commitment to equity, representation, and empowering Indigenous voices within the profession. PSA recognises culturally safe care and equity of health care access as critical drivers to improving health outcomes.
PSA values its ongoing collaborative relationship with NACCHO and is committed to the principles of community control and self-determination of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. In co-design with NACCHO, PSA has delivered key initiatives including the “Integrating pharmacists into Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services” (IPAC) trial and development of the Deadly Pharmacists Foundation Training Course to equip pharmacists with the skills needed to work within Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services.
The 2025 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pharmacy Practice CSI Leadership Group includes:
- Chastina Heck MPS (Chair)
- Atinuke (Tinu) Abraham MPS
- Jaimee Anderson MPS
- Carli Berrill MPS
- Jenny Cooper MPS
- Hannah Mann (NACCHO)
- Dr Jared Miles
- Yvette McGrath MPS
- Alice Nugent MPS
- Mike Stephens MPS
- Cheyne Sullivan
- Kelly Tanner
- Shi-Anne Wallace (inaugural NAPSA Indigenous Chair)
- Lisa Wark MPS
- Lucky Zeniou MPS
This group brings together expertise from across practice settings and communities, united by a shared vision to elevate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health outcomes through inclusive, pharmacist-led care.
“I am excited to bring together this leadership group who bring with them a vast knowledge of real-world experience to guide the path ahead,” Ms Heck said.
“As pharmacists continue to create real change in the way healthcare is delivered for our First Nations people and communities.”
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pharmacy Practice CSI continues to collaborate with PSA’s broader network, delivering initiatives such as professional development opportunities, cultural safety guidance, and advocacy for expanded roles for pharmacists within Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs) and beyond.
PSA encourages members to connect with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pharmacy Practice CSI through its Facebook group and upcoming events.
For more information about the CSI or to get involved, visit:
www.psa.org.au/communities-of-specialty-interest
Media contact: Georgia Clarke M: 0480 099 798 E: georgia.clarke@psa.org.au
