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Latrobe Health Assembly honoured for leading the way in community engagement
The Latrobe Health Assembly has been recognised for Excellence in Community Engagement, taking out the prestigious 2025 Australasia Organisation of the Year at the Engagement Institute's Core Values Awards Gala Dinner.
The Engagement Institute (formerly IAP2 Australasia) represents the world's largest community of engagement professionals, championing excellence in community and stakeholder engagement across the globe. The award recognises organisations that demonstrate innovation, inclusivity, and genuine collaboration with the communities they serve.
Chair of the Latrobe Health Assembly, Ms Tanya Rong, said the recognition was a powerful reflection of the Assembly's values and the community's ongoing commitment to working together for better health outcomes.
"This award is a true testament to what can be achieved when community sits at the heart of decision-making, collaboration and change."
"The Latrobe Health Assembly has always believed that change is something we create together, through respect, collaboration, and shared purpose. To be recognised at an international level for that work is incredibly humbling, and it belongs to everyone who has been part of this journey."
Executive Officer Ellen-Jane Browne said the award was both a proud and poignant moment for the organisation.
"While this recognition comes as the Assembly transitions to a new community-led model, it reinforces the value and impact of our approach over the past eight years, and the strength of our partnerships across the region."
Ms Browne went on to say, "it also begs the question, why would Government walk away from fully funding such an innovative and world class model of engagement that seeks to resolve some of the Latrobe Valley's complex health issues?"
The Latrobe Health Assembly extends its gratitude to the community, partners and stakeholders who have contributed to its success and shared its vision for a healthier, more connected Latrobe Valley.
The Latrobe Health Assembly respectfully acknowledges Aboriginal people as the Original Custodians of the land we walk on today — the land of the Braiakaulung people of the Gunaikurnai nation and passes on respect to their Elders past and present, future and emerging.
The Latrobe Health Assembly celebrates, values and includes people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities.
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