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

Dr Gemma Halliday

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Education Officer

Tracey Markham

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VP Medical

Dr Shalu Singh

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Treasurer

Kathryn Evans

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VP Nursing

Suzanne Wallis

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Secretary

Emily McGrath

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Public Officer

Cassandra Noble

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Member

Prudence Boylan

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Member

Annette Brown

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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.