A message from Tim Kittel, former National President.
As a dynamic organisation, we regularly evaluate and calibrate priority goals and objectives in order to ensure we meet the changing and evolving needs of the profession of speech pathology and the clients and communities we work alongside.
Our three-year cycle provides the opportunity to predict challenges and shape futures within the context of the internal and external environment. We build on the successes of past strategic endeavours, while always looking ahead to strengthen our innovative directions, and commitment to engaging in local and global leadership.
Introduction
On behalf of the Board, members, and staff, we are pleased to introduce Speech Pathology Australia’s Strategic plan 2023–2025. We have developed the plan in the context of the unprecedented changes and challenges of the past few years. These include the COVID-19 pandemic, along with broad and wide-ranging global influences. Systems once considered stable are experiencing significant disruption, and sophisticated data analytics and technological transformation are driving change. At the same time, consumers and the community expect organisations and institutions to act in ways that match their values.
This plan re-states our commitment to respond to our members’ interests and needs, while seeking to improve access to equitable and evidence-based services for people with communication and swallowing needs. In line with the vision and aspirations of Speech Pathology 2030: Making futures happen, we will continue to focus on inclusion and equity, and to foster a diverse and sustainable speech pathology workforce that can deliver culturally safe and responsive practice for all.
The Strategic plan 2023–25 identifies three pillars of priorities and key projects. These are informed by our vision, purpose, and values, and are underpinned by enablers that will help us to deliver the plan successfully. This work was shaped by the many members, volunteers and staff who gave their views and insights. We thank everyone who has contributed. You have helped ensure this plan represents a dynamic and forward-focused framework to effect positive change.
It is our pleasure to commend Speech Pathology Australia’s Strategic plan 2023–2025 to our members, staff, and stakeholders.
Tim Kittel
former National President
Gail Mulcair
former Chief Executive Officer
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The Association's three priorities are:
Priority 1 – Advocate for equitable, timely, and inclusive access to speech pathology services.
Priority 2 – Grow a diverse, skilled and sustainable speech pathology workforce.
Priority 3 – Build a safe, engaged and connected professional community.
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