SUPPORTING CLINICIANS
We strive to do more for sexual assault care - through stronger strategies and polices, better professional standards and championing educational and professional support in the field.
WHO WE ARE
Forensic And Medical Sexual Assault Clinicians Australia.
Forensic and Medical Sexual Assault Clinicians Australia (FAMSACA) is a professional organisation for nurses and medical practitioners who practice in or have an interest in the area of sexual assault. FAMSACA is a not-for-profit organisation with a focus on providing education in the field of sexual assault and provides a forum in which clinicians can network and collaborate.
OUR STORY
A bit of our history
1998
National Adult Sexual Assault Medical Committee (NASAMC) formed.
3rd June 2003
FAMSACA established and incorporated NASAMC. Founding committee established.
31st July 2003
FAMSAC Australia name reserved.
19th September 2003
FAMSAC Australia constitution agreed by committee.
25th September 2003
Incorporation of FAMSAC Australia occurred in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT).
WHAT WE DO
Supporting Clinicians
FAMSACA enables sexual assault clinicians to further their education through subsidised attendance at a number of educations events, including a national FAMSACA symposium which is held every two years.
LEADERSHIP
Our committee
The FAMSAC Australia committee is elected on a yearly basis at the Annual General Meeting (AGM). Expressions of interest for election onto the committee are emailed out to members prior to this. Members are encouraged to apply.
President
Assoc Prof Kathy Kramer
VP Medical
Dr Shalu Singh
VP Nursing
Suzanne Wallis
Public Officer
Cassandra Noble
FINANCIAL DELEGATIONS POLICY
FAMSACA’s Financial Delegations Policy as at April 2024
The purpose of this policy is to:
• Ensure that all expenditures made in the name of the organisation are authorised and independently reviewed.
• Guard against any potential abuse of payments procedures, while maintaining flexibility and avoiding unnecessary formality.
Communications Policy
FAMSACA’s Communications Policy as at August 2022
Provide guidance for the committee on communication within the committee, with membership and with external agencies. The content of any communication should be accurate and unbiased and delivered with respect and not risk the reputation of the organization.
