
Andrea Kelly
Interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner
Office of the Interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner
Andrea Kelly is a proud Warumungu and Larrakia woman with over 33 years of dedicated service in the Australia Public Service. Her career has been distinguished by her commitment to advancing the rights of First Nations peoples through influential roles, including her position as Deputy Chief Executive Officer at Reconciliation Australia. Notably, she played a pivotal role in establishing the Territories Stolen Generations Redress Scheme, a landmark initiative addressing historical injustices faced by Indigenous communities.
Currently serving as the Interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner, Andrea Kelly leads efforts to advocate for culturally safe aged care services for First Nations communities across Australia. Andrea’s extensive experience and deep cultural insights drive her ongoing work to influence public policy and achieve meaningful change for First Nations peoples.
Sessions
Day 2
3.30
Listening to the voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders to understand their aged care needs
Advocating for culturally safe, trauma-aware and healing informed aged care
Working with government to ensure meaningful consultation that results in culturally safe and responsive aged care services
Andrea Kelly, Interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner, Office of the Interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner