Assunta brings more than three decades of leadership and frontline experience spanning the health, community, and family violence sectors. She is recognised for her deep expertise in culturally responsive practice and her strategic leadership across governance, policy, and advocacy.
A long-time advocate for migrant and refugee communities, Assunta has guided major cultural diversity programs within health organisations, advised multicultural committees, and worked alongside communities to design inclusive services that reflect lived experience.
Her understanding of gender-based violence is informed by years of direct engagement with women and children in crisis, recovery, and prevention. Assunta leads with empathy and integrity, driving systemic change through collaboration and a strong commitment to cultural safety and equity.
