Famey is a proud Githabul woman (Mother’s country); with connections to Gomeroi country (Father’s country), has more than 18 years’ experience working with Aboriginal communities across NSW in senior government and non-for-profit organisations. Her roles at the AHO include Acting Chief Executive and Deputy Secretary, Director of Housing and Client Services among other roles.
Raised on Gumbaynggirr Country of the mid-North Coast of NSW, Famey’s childhood and family have influenced her career and she takes those lessons into all her professional interactions with a broad range of stakeholders.
Famey currently volunteers as a Board Director and Secretary for the BlaQ Aboriginal Corporation who work to empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTQ+ community through advocacy, inclusion and understanding.