Isabella Agius
Our prime goal is to Advocate, Educate, raise Awareness and empower for those within the community of Sickle cell as well as those on the outside looking in.
Australian Sickle Cell Advocacy Inc is a not for profit organisation supporting people living with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) in Australia. It is the peak body in Australia looking out for people affected by this disease. Our head office is based in Melbourne with chapters in Western Australia, New South Wales and South Australia. Soon we will have chapters in all Australian States. Our main objectives stands out to raise awareness about this disease that is considered a rare disease in Australia. We are also tirelessly looking out for services that are missing in these commuity of people. We have been approaching different policy makers to ensure SCD is recognised just like any other chronic disease in Australia. To ensure that all medications that are used to manage this disease are accessible for all. To have screening available in Australia for SCD. To ensure that healthcare workers are aware of disease. These and more objectives, see our website for more. Join us to change the face of Sickle Cell Disease in Australia.
