Hi, my name is Madeline Lea, and I am honoured to serve as a Skills-Based Board Member for Kambu Health.

I am a proud descendant of the Wulgurukaba, Bindal, Koa, and Pitta Pitta Peoples of North Queensland. Born and raised in Cherbourg, I now reside on Kabi Kabi Country.

With over 30 years of experience working across government and community sectors, I have dedicated my career to advocating for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and ensuring our voices are heard in decision-making.

I joined the Kambu Health Board to support the organisation’s vision and to uphold the aspirations of our community.

My focus is on embedding cultural integrity into every aspect of service delivery, mentoring and empowering young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, and ensuring that community-led approaches drive the decisions we make.

Culture and community are at the heart of everything I do. I believe Kambu Health plays a vital role in improving the social, emotional, and physical well-being of our people.

My vision is for Kambu to continue leading the way in culturally tailored health services, with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people at the forefront of designing and delivering these services.

I have been guided by the wisdom of my grandmothers, who taught me the values of respect, resilience, and integrity. Their lessons remind me to always honour where I come from and to carry those teachings forward in everything I do.

My Message to Community "You matter. When things get tough, remember who you are and that you stand on the shoulders of your ancestors, who have survived this country for thousands of years. The best for you is yet to come."