Allison Simon

Gloucester, NSW

Bachelor of Psychological Science

Allison is a proud Indigenous woman from the Biripi and Wiradjuri nations. Growing up in the rural town Gloucester on the Mid Coast of NSW, Allison was surrounded by positive role models. Teachers, cultural leaders and family helped her develop a strong connection to her local community and heritage. And despite the challenge of completing high school during a pandemic, Allison has learned that resilience and self-motivation are two of her greatest strengths. Looking ahead, Alison hopes to realise her dream of becoming a nurse to advocate for Aboriginal communities and improve Indigenous health outcomes across Australia.

The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.