Reference Groups

SARG

The Siblings Australia Reference Group (SARG) was established in August 2007. The main aim of the reference group is to provide Siblings Australia with guidance on a number of topics, including policy making, projects, lobbying, funding and much more. It is also an opportunity for members to share their resources and discuss issues relating to siblings of those with special needs.

The group meets every 2 months via teleconference and is chaired by Kate Strohm, Executive Director of Siblings Australia. The group currently has 12 members, with a goal of expanding to cover all areas of sibling support/issues (including education).

Members of the SARG:
Ariella Meltzer, Sibling
Eloise Bowman, Interchange Outer East
Tracey Hassan, Koorana Child & Family Centre
Naomi Boyd, Northcott
Rille Walshe, Wandana Community Centre
Megan Steele, Association for Children with a Disability
Sandra DeMarchi, Tumbatin Clinic, Sydney Children’s Hospital
Ruth Kreamer, Child Development Service, Community Health Centre Tamworth
Eric Snowball, Canterbury Community Health Centre
Camille Heagney, Very Special Kids
Tracey Kneebone, Parent
Adam McEvoy, Carers Australia

If you would like to be involved in the reference group, or would like more information, please email the office at info@siblingsaustralia.org.au